Did you know we have one of the most extensive historical archives in the state, right in our backyard?
If you have ever wanted to learn more about Greenville history, or build out your family tree, consider a free visit to the South Carolina Room at the Greenville County Library System's Hughes Main Library. Here are some things to know before you go.
We could spend a lifetime among these archives | Photo by the GVLtoday team
Make an appointment
While not required, an appointment makes for an efficient session. Let the staff know in the online application or over the phone what you are researching, when you would like to visit, and who all you plan to bring along. They will confirm your time.
Check in at the desk
Once you're on the second floor of the library, head to the desk just beyond the glass doors of the room. Depending on your topic, the staff will have various archive materials pulled to get you started.
You can also peruse the bookshelves, various files + maps, and microforms for any other information.
Take note
You’re not expected to memorize all your findings. Bring a notebook or a computer for any notes you may want to jot down. If taking the written route, grab a pencil with an eraser so you don't stain any paper archives.
You can also make copies on the copier, or use the book scanner or microfilm scanner to email scans of your findings to yourself.
Micro in size, big in history | Photo by the GVLtoday team
What not to bring
While the vintage look of coffee-stained and weathered documents is appealing, it doesn’t help in preserving documented history. Leave your food + beverages in your car.
Ask questions
Have questions? The South Carolina Room is staffed with experienced genealogists and historians who can answer them.
Share with your family, friends and favorite groups to encourage a trip back in time at the South Carolina Room.
Today
- Oklahoma! | Wed., Nov. 17-Sun., Nov. 21 | Times Vary | Peace Concert Hall | $35+ | The 1943 musical “Oklahoma!” has been given a modern revival. 🎭
- Surcee Market | Wed., Nov. 17-Sat., Nov. 20 | Times vary | Hilton Greenville | Free entry | Shop over 18 local vendors for jewelry, home decor, clothing, art, and gifts, plus a cafe and bar. 🛍
- Southern Culture Holiday Wine Dinner | Wed., Nov. 17 | 6-10 p.m. | Southern Culture Kitchen & Bar | $95+ | Start the holiday season with a four course dinner paired with curated wines.
- Hands On Cocktail Class with Six & Twenty Distillery | Wed., Nov. 17 | 7-9 p.m. | Six & Twenty Distillery, 556 Perry Ave., Ste. B103 | $65 | Learn how to make classic cocktails with a twist.
Thursday
- Big Brothers Big Sister Annual Pep Rally | Thurs., Nov. 18 | 6-9 p.m. | Zen | $30+ | Help Big Brothers Big Sisters raise money for at-risk children at their pre-Clemson-Carolina game rally.
- Sock Hop Dance Party | Thurs., Nov. 18 | 7-10 p.m. | Swamp Rabbit Cafe & Grocery | Free entry | Don your best poodle skirts + leather jackets for a night of dancing co-hosted by the Greenville Lindy Hoppers Association and featuring food from Resident Dogs.
- Good Soup Party | Thurs., Nov. 18 | 6-8 p.m. | The Commons | $30 | Taste soup dumplings from Sum Bar, pork sinigang from TAKAM and french onion jjigae from Golden Brown & Delicious.
- Legacy Concerts Presents: The Brummies | Thurs., Nov. 18 | 7:30-10:30 p.m. | The Radio Room | $10+ | Independent artists The Brummies are coming to The Radio Room following the release of their sophomore album, which features Grammy-winner Kacey Musgraves. 🎶
Friday
- Sense and Sensibility | Fri., Nov. 19-Sun., Dec. 19 | Times vary | Warehouse Theatre | $35+ | The Warehouse Theatre presents this play + musical by Kate Hammill, based on the Jane Austen novel and directed by Kerrie Seymour.
- Greenville Swamp Rabbits vs. South Carolina Stingrays| Fri., Nov. 19 | 7:05 p.m. | Bon Secours Wellness Arena | $18+ | Catch a special Space Jam themed hockey game, with Greenville Swamp Rabbit Space Jam jerseys available for auction after the game. 🏒
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Instructor Katy + TRX class participants at Verdae YMCA | Photo provided by the YMCA of Greenville
Hey, GVL — Kyle, here. I recently took the TRX Suspension Training group exercise class at the YMCA of Greenville’s Verdae location. TRX stands for Total (Body) Resistance Exercise. With only 1 piece of equipment — a strap with 2 handles mounted to the ceiling — TRX uses gravity + your bodyweight to perform a variety of exercises, all scientifically proven to improve your heart health, flexibility + strength.
What we tried (with pricing):
The Monday class at 5:45 a.m. was bootcamp style with 4 sections: warm-up, strength, TRX, and an outdoor lap.
Strength featured 6 traditional exercises like deadlifts + chest presses, while TRX featured 6 exercises like push ups and jump squats (squat, jump back into standing position, repeat — all while holding TRX strap).
After the initial warm-up, we performed the strength + TRX sections followed by a quick jog around the building, twice. Our instructor, Katy, made sure to demonstrate all of the exercises before jumping in.
TRX is free for YMCA members + offered at multiple YMCA of Greenville locations. Ⓟ
Weather
- 73º | Sunny | 9% chance of rain
Development
- The Greenville County finance committee approved the Woodruff Road Congestion Relief project at their meeting on Monday night. The project is set to be reviewed by full council next month, and if approved it would create a 2.9 mile, four lane bypass to alleviate traffic on Woodruff Road. (Greenville Journal)
- District 356, a proposed entertainment district adjacent to Fluor Field, will soon be marked by an archway. Named for Greenville native Shoeless Joe Jackson’s lifetime batting average, it will be home to vendors and foot traffic during Drive games when it’s completed this spring. ⚾️ (Greenville Journal)
Biz
Coming Soon
- The Pineapple Express supper club is opening a restaurant. We don’t have an official opening date or location yet, but the owner says you can get your authentic Hawaiian BBQ fix come late December or early January. 🍍
Eat
- Comal 864, which serves Rio Grande, TX-inspired food, opened its official restaurant space yesterday in the former Woodside Bistro location at 1112 Woodside Ave. Order things like their breakfast tacos or an enchilada plate Monday-Friday (times vary). Congratulations, Comal 864. 🌮
- As you prepare to celebrate the holidays, it’s time to think about your main course: the turkey. Prisma Health registered dietitian Lisa Money shares six tips to help you safely prepare your turkey for yourself and your guests to enjoy. 🍽️ Ⓟ
Ranked
- Clemson University’s Wilbur O. and Ann Powers College of Business ranked third in The Princeton Review’s 2022 Top Schools for Graduate Entrepreneurship Studies in the southeast and 27 out of 50 across the country. See the other ranked institutions in the southeast as well as the top 50 here.
Cause
- Greenville nonprofit New Global Way is one of 20 semi-finalists in the country to receive a $1 million grant to “transform education.” New Global Way was selected for their Come Out Stronger program, which empowers low income students. (Greenville News)
DYK
- Smith Cameron, aka Gerri from HBO’s satirical drama “Succession,” grew up right here in Greenville. Cameron spent her childhood here singing along to Broadway musicals with her sister before moving to New York City to pursue an acting career in the 1980s. Read more about her here. (The New Yorker)
Award
- The Westin Poinsett was named Historic Hotels of America Best City Center by the National Trust for Historic Preservation. The hotel, constructed in 1925, was granted the award for best celebrating its city’s history in the guest experience and its exceptional hospitality. (Business Wire)
Seasonal
- The City of Greenville and Trees Upstate are partnering for a tree giveaway at Holmes Park on Thursday from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. and Friday from 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Stop by to pick up two 3-gallon trees to plant at your home, or reserve a tree in advance here. 🌳
Featured Job
- CommunityWorks is hiring for a Loan Officer responsible for identifying, acquiring, and expanding community development lending opportunities + providing loan financing and technical assistance to small businesses and nonprofit organizations. Apply here. Ⓟ
Featured Home
The Greenville Triumph is heading to Omaha, NE for the USL League One Final on Sat., Nov. 13 at 5 p.m., and they’re planning to return to the Upstate with the W. 🏆
Catch the match against Union Omaha live on local WYCW-62, or join the Reedy River Riot crew and Greenville Triumph for a watch party at The Habitap on Woodruff Road, complete with raffles + food and drink specials.
Let’s go Triumph.
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