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Happy Thanksgiving, everyone.

Another year in Greenville has (almost) come and gone, and we sure are thankful for everything about our city this year. Editor Grace is thankful for our beautiful Falls Park, while editor Kyle is thankful for celebrating community at festivals like Fall for Greenville.

We’re thankful for this gorgeous city | @upstateoutdooradventurer

A week ago, we asked you what you’re thankful for about Greenville, and you did not let us down.

Here were some of our favorite responses:

“The BEST weather, 4 seasons without all the snow, friendly people, never a lack of things to do, so many theaters, every kind of cuisine in amazing local restaurants, tons of small businesses, gorgeous main street, the parks/trails, and so much more!” — @Laurakudey

“all of the greenspace” — @dogsofgreenville

“Thriving art community @artistsguildgallerygreenville” — @Jenniferelizabethclark

“The people ❤️ Hands down. They are what make this city.” — @Steph_ml

“The friends and memories I made in my 13 years living there! ❤️” — @Khr76shine

“@barleysgville where @johnfahr and I had dinner on our first date 🍻🍕 we [then] took a walk to bridge overlooking the Reedy, where I had butterflies because I knew really liked him 🦋 He asked me to be his girlfriend in The Aviary at @bfsbeer and we said I love you for the first time in @ltoburgersandbar (RIP 🥲) I’m just very thankful for #Greenville and all of the amazing places & memories we’ve made here. Can’t wait to head back to The Aviary for our wedding @bfsbeer on 10/1/2022 💜🥳😎 @gvltoday” — @figirl_felicity

“Swamp Rabbit Trail!!! Love having a paved trail to run” — @Jennabates412

“It’s wonderful having Paris Mountain State Park right here in Greenville for a close getaway to hike & enjoy nature and the outdoors! 🌿” — @raceyjk611

“Greenville Water watershed!” — @Carolgasses

“Thankful for the continuing development and promise of Unity Park.” — @Oldtcole

Here’s another year to be thankful for, and most of all, here’s to you, GVL.

Share with your family, friends, and neighbors to let them know you’re thankful for them.

#MUSTDO

Today

Cirque Italia Water Circus | Thurs., Nov. 25-Sun., Nov. 28 | Times vary | Spartanburg Fairgrounds, 575 Fairgrounds Rd., Spartanburg | $10+ | Finish dinner, then head to this spectacular show of acrobatics and water. 🎪

Friday

Hidden Agenda Masquerade Party | Fri., Nov. 26 | 8 p.m. | AC Hotel by Marriott Greenville | $20+ | Dress to impress for a fun Friday night at this masquerade party.

Saturday

The Core Four Experience | Sat., Nov. 27 | 10-11 a.m. | Six & Twenty Distillery, 556 Perry Ave., Ste. B103 | $15 | Challenge yourself with a personal trainer-led fitness class + treat yourself to a Six & Twenty craft cocktail after. 🍹

Sunday

Old School Skate | Sun., Nov. 28 | 6-9 p.m. | Roller Sports Skating Rink, 328 W. Main St., Taylors | $5 | Throw it back at old school skate night — roller skates are included in admission, so no need to hunt down your pair from the 80s. 🛼

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.

FINISH OUT NOVEMBER STRONG

THE BUY

Five gift ideas from Lowes Foods (that won’t break the bank)

Imagine this: You’re on your way to a holiday party, and all of a sudden you realize: You forgot to get a gift. We’ve all been there.

Fortunately, fixing it can be as easy as heading to your nearest Lowes Foods and grabbing one of these tried-and-true gifts for your host, mom, or BFF — no one will be the wiser.

There’s also a Breakfast Box in these year’s round of Cheer Boxes | Photo provided by Lowes Foods

Cheer boxes 🎁

Think: A curated box filled with locally-made goodies from the Carolinas (aka perfect for your out-of-town friends + family). Our personal fave is the SC/NC combo box with Dewey’s Bakery cookies, saltwater taffy + more.

Pro Tip: You can order Cheer Boxes in bulk via email for an easy workplace gift solution. 📧

Hoppy holidays mix + match six packs 🍻

Think: Perfect for dads + grand-dads. Head to the Beer Den, build a custom six pack with mix + match beers (bonus points if they’re holiday themed) and you’re good to go.*

THREE MORE GIFT IDEAS

NEWS NOTES

Weather

63º | Partly cloudy | 0% chance of rain

Cause

The Salvation Army of Greenville hopes to provide Christmas gifts to more than 2,000 children through its Angel Tree program, and it need your help. Adopt an Angel to provide children in need with gifts and essential items. Gifts are due to the Greenville Convention Center by Thurs., Dec. 9. 🎁

Number

4. The number of Upstate charities recognized on the annual Angels of 2021 list by SC Secretary of State Mark Hammond. Greenville’s Center For Developmental Services + Upstate Warrior Solution, Inc., Spartanburg’s The ETV Endowment of South Carolina, Inc., and Greenwood Soup Kitchen Ministry, Inc. were among 15 charities honored for exemplifying charitable giving. (WYFF 4)

The Word

Takam is a Tagalog word meaning “to crave something delicious.” It’s also the name of the local pop-up restaurant, which serves up variations of Filipino cuisine. TOWN Magazine sits down with owner Nikki Evangelista to talk through her journey with Takam + some of her unique dishes. 🍲

Arts

Looking for a gift that encapsulates Greenville? Then be sure to grab a Greenville Matchbook Print by local artist Karen Schipper. Want another gift to *match*? Check out the SC Matchbook Tea Towel, too.

Edu

University of South Carolina School of Medicine Greenville’s integrated curriculum is designed to foster essential knowledge, problem-solving skills, critical thinking + patient care. Learn more about applying. 🩺 *

📸 @greenvillecounty

Earlier this month, volunteers came together with Greenville County Litter Ends Here to remove graffiti + a whopping 940 lbs of litter from the Bald Rock Heritage Preserve. This year alone, volunteers have helped clean up 48,140 lbs of litter in Greenville County. 👏

Interested in future volunteer opportunities? Download the Litter Ends Here app or send an email to program coordinator Summer Gagnon.

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THE WRAP

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