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April 26 2024
There’s no doubt about it: Greenville is a gem. It’s packed with amazing restaurants, has a vibrant downtown + is surrounded by beauty (Condé Nast Traveler readers seem to think so, too).
But, we’re not talking about those gems. Did you know that Greenville is also home to several gem, mineral and crystal shops?
Whether you're an avid rock collector, utilize crystals for their alleged healing powers, are indulging in some witchy business this spooky season, want to don a new statement piece or teach the kids something new, we’ve listed some of the shops that rock for all of the above.
From practical magic to hocus pocus 🔮
Arcane Remedies | Aside from their extensive collection of crystals and stones, indulge in this West Village shop’s bewitching tarot card selections and guides, incense + herbs for your next witch’s brew. You can even sign up for a tarot or oracle reading.
Rarities and Relics
Cornerstone Minerals | No spells for today? Revel in the stunning pieces at this downtown shop, including crystals and minerals like Tourmaline (one of October’s birthstones), fossils, and decor like stone mortar and pestle sets and hand carved lamps. Given their rare nature, items range anywhere from $20 to $800+.
Collectors and Conversation Starters
Dixie Gems | This spot is nearly bursting at the seams with gems, crystals, rocks and stones of every variety. Whether you want to display them around your neck or on your coffee table, Dixie Gems has it all.
Gems you can truly call “mine” ⛏️
Greenville Gemstone Mine | Also packed to the brim with rocks + minerals, they offer an alternative way to pick out gems to claim as your own. Choose a bucket — priced from $16 ($9 for kids) to $500 — and mine for gems in a traditional flume mine, sifter and all.
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Today
- Local Legends: Improv comedy inspired by true stories | Fri., Oct. 8 | 7:30-8:45 p.m. | Alchemy Comedy Club at Coffee Underground | $10 | Laugh along with Mental health advocate Dennis Gillan as he touches on mental health + suicide prevention.
- Horrible Girl and the Hot Mess Farewell Show | Fri., Oct. 8 | 7:30-11 p.m. | The Radio Room | $15 | Join Greenville-based pop-punk band Horrible Girl for their final show, featuring their good friends Dollar Signs, In Case of Emergency, and Radagascar. 🎶
Saturday
- Brittany’s Benches Run.Walk.Wag. | Sat., Oct. 9 | 10 a.m. | Conestee Park | $20-$25 | Support Brittany Langley Lawson’s family in their mission to create benches where people can sit and “revel in the joy of life” in Brittany’s memory at this 5K and fun run with your pup. 👟
- Sun and Soil Plant Parlor Outdoor Market | Sat., Oct. 9 | 11 a.m.-2 p.m. | Sun and Soil Plant Parlor | Free entry | Sun and Soil Plant Parlor presents their first outdoor market event, featuring over a dozen local small business vendors. 🌱
- Spartanburg Soaring! International Kite Festival | Sat., Oct. 9 | 11 a.m.-5 p.m. | Barnet Park, 248 E Saint John St., Spartanburg | Free entry | See the Spartanburg sky filled with kites from all over the world at this free event, with food trucks, a kids zone and live music. 🪁
- The Peachening | Sat., Oct 9 | 2-10 p.m. | Carolina Bauernhaus, 556 Perry Ave. | Free entry | Indulge in this peach-inspired festival + tap takeover with Clemson Musser Fruit Farm featuring local brewers and bites. 🍑
Sunday
- Scarecrows on Main Competition | Sun., Oct. 10-Mon., Nov. 1 | All day | Main Street, Travelers Rest | Free | Homemade scarecrows takeover Main Street in TR for the month of October — vote on your favorite or enter a scarecrow by Oct. 4 for a chance to win prizes.
- Breast Cancer Awareness Ride | Sun., Oct. 10 | 12-4 p.m. | Starts at Harley-Davidson of Greenville | $10+ | Ride to support breast cancer awareness + the Cancer Society of Greenville County of Greenville and enjoy raffles and free hot dogs and chili — don’t forget to wear your pink. 💗
Plan Ahead
- Simply Spooky Movie Night, Presented by Ray Thompson's Upstate Karate | Sat., Oct. 30 | 6-9:30 p.m. | CCNB Amphitheater at Heritage Park, 861 SE Main St., Simpsonville | Free | This fun + safe family event will "put a spell on you" with a showing of Hocus Pocus and a Tricks & Treats Trail. 🎃 Ⓟ
- Campfire Social | Fri., Nov. 19 | 6-9 p.m. | Greenbrier Farms, 766 Hester Store Rd., Easley | $125 | Cozy up to an evening of local food, live music + fall-themed drinks around the fire to benefit Project Host’s fight against food insecurity.
We have a monthly guide filled with events + activities you can plan for in advance. Click the button below to bookmark ideas for upcoming date nights, family outings, and time with friends.
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Ever wonder what your favorite players do in their downtime? Well, New York Mets players Edwin Diaz and Jeff McNeil have been learning new languages. Thanks to Babbel, the No. 1 language learning app, they’ve made a lot of progress in 3 weeks.
Babbel’s 10-minute, interactive lessons include videos, games, podcasts + more and are designed to help users start speaking quickly. Sign up for Babbel and get an exclusive deal for Babbel’s Fall Classic sale (60% off a subscription). Ⓟ
Weather
- 72º | Thunderstorms | 80% chance of rain 🌩️
Community
- The TD Saturday Market will not be happening this weekend because of Fall for Greenville. Don’t worry, it’ll be back up and running next Sat., Oct. 16.
- The City of Greenville is in search of a firm to develop GVL2040, an economic development strategic action plan. This type of plan will help, understand the Greenville environment, identify strengths + weaknesses and address barriers to job growth and investment in our city.” (Upstate Business Journal)
Coming Soon
- There’s a new vegan restaurant coming to town. Dirty Vegan — part of the Golden Fern Restaurant Group — is set to open in March 2022 at 36 Rutherford St. near the QT gas station. The fast-casual spot will serve up vegan burgers, fries and shakes and feature a 44-seat patio + catering services.
- Resident Dogs of Greenville is opening a new concept on Main St. in Travelers Rest — Resident Diner. Along with their “weird and funky hotdog vibes,” you can also order sandwiches, salads and corndogs. We’ll daydream about a corndog while we wait for an opening date.
Biz
- BMW North America cited their operations in Spartanburg — where they produce the X3 and X5 models — as being “pivotal” to the manufacturer’s domestic success over the last 3 quarters.The two models made here in the Upstate are two of the top-selling vehicles for BMW. 🚗 (The Post and Courier Greenville)
Arts
- Love the Cancer Survivors Park monument + Brown Street sign downtown? The Spartanburg county metal forgers who designed both of them — Heirloom Companies — has been chosen by the city to create wood + metal features for Unity Park. The features are set to be completed in 2022. (Upstate Business Journal)
Development
- The Fountain Inn flour mill may be getting a facelift. If approved by the city Planning Commission, developers have plans to bring a brewery or taproom, green space, and food hall to the 3-building property. (Greenville Journal)
Number
- $30 million. That’s how much Greenville County taxpayers paid over the last 4 years in illegal road + telecommunications fees. County Council voted that the fees — recently deemed illegal by the SC Supreme Court — will not be paid back to residents. (Greenville News)
DYK
- The Upstate — Easley to be exact — is home to the only R-rated haunted house in the state. If you’re looking for new nightmare fuel, visit Sweet Dreams Scare House, now open for the season through the first week of November. 👻
Health
- Flu season is around the corner and MUSC Health is encouraging kids and adults to get their annual flu shot. Learn more about the benefits of the flu vaccine + schedule your appointment. Ⓟ
Job
- Looking for a new gig? Greenville Federal Credit Union is hiring a part-time teller for their Mauldin branch. Bonus: No nights or weekends required. Learn more + apply. Ⓟ
- The YMCA of Greenville is hiring for several positions, including group exercise instructors, member service associates, and bus drivers (who get a $100 sign-on bonus). The YMCA’s diverse staff is dedicated to building healthy, confident, connected + secure children, adults, families, and communities. Ⓟ
Real Estate
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- Thinking about med school? University of South Carolina School of Medicine Greenville’s integrated curriculum blends interactive experiences from the classroom to the community and is designed to foster essential knowledge, diagnostic and problem-solving skills, critical thinking + patient care. Ⓟ
Marriott recently released renderings of the finished look + feel of the Grand Bohemian Lodge coming to downtown and quite frankly, they took our breath away.
In case you missed it, we got a sneak peak earlier this year of the lodge in progress + everything it will have when complete. If you’re looking for us next May and every day after, we’ll be here.
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Yesterday we posted on Instagram about the West Village Micro Plan (released earlier this week) + asked what you wanted to see as the West Village continues to grow.
More parking was the resounding winner, but other recommendations like affordable housing, bike trails with access to the Swamp Rabbit Trail and new restaurants also joined the conversation.
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