City Editor Kyle here. It’s opening weekend for the Greenville Drive’s 16th season and there will be no shortage of festivities to celebrate America’s GVL’s favorite pastime, from fireworks to live music to Bark In The Park. Start the weekend with the Greenville Drive’s season opening game on Fri., April 8.
Check out eight other things to do in Greenville this weekend (Fri., April 8-Sun., April 10).
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Fri., April 8
- Velo’s Birthday Bash | Fri., April 8 | 9 p.m. | The Velo Fellow | $12+ | Join in on wishing The Velo Fellow a happy birthday with live music from Nashville band, Dee Oh Gee, and food + drink specials.
- Reedy Rides Grand Opening Celebration | Fri., April 8-Sat., April 9 | 10 a.m.-7 p.m. | Reedy Rides, 50 S. Richardson St. | Be part of the grand opening of Reedy Rides’ new location with giveaways, bike tune ups, drinks, and eats from local food trucks like We Got the Beets.
- Greenville Drive vs. Hudson Valley Renegades | Fri., April 8 | 7:05 p.m. | Fluor Field at the West End | $10+ | Kickoff the Greenville Drive's 16th season and join in on opening day festivities like live music, magicians, and post-game fireworks.
Sat., April 9
- Harlem Globetrotters | Sat., April 9 | Times vary | Bon Secours Wellness Arena | $24+ | See the classic Globetrotter stunts and trick shots on the “Spread Game” tour.
- TR Farmers Market Winter Pop-Up | Sat., April 9 | 12-3 p.m. | Trailblazer Park, 235 Trailblazer Dr., Travelers Rest | Free entry | Shop a variety of local artisans and vendors + grab a food truck lunch at the last Winter Pop-Up of the season.
- SC Comicon 2022 | Sat., April 9 | 10 a.m.-6 p.m. | Greenville Convention Center, 1 Exposition Dr. | $25+ | Celebrate comics and pop culture with special guests like Bill Golliher from Archie Comics + George Newburn, who played Brian MacKenzie on “Father of the Bride.”
Sun., April 10
- Chef’s Tasting Menu at Topsoil | Sun., April 10 | 5 p.m. | Topsoil Kitchen & Market, 13 S. Main St., Travelers Rest | $65 | Indulge in a unique five-course meal that changes weekly.
- Say What Poetry Open Mic | Sun., April 10 | 7:30-9 p.m. | Coffee Underground | $10 | Catch local poets on the open mic or sign up for an open slot — all poetry styles welcome.
- Acrylic Pour Workshop | Sun., April 10 | 2-3 p.m. | Wine & Design, 1175 Woods Crossing., Ste. 1B | $39 | Create a unique piece of art by pouring different colors of acrylic paint onto a canvas.
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- Renovated, traditional home walking distance to Main St. | 2 BD, 1 BA | $299,000 | This 1,142-sqft home is minutes from the Swamp Rabbit Trail and includes an additional upstairs sleeping loft.
- Brick home in a quiet cul-de-sac | 3 BD, 3 BA | $449,900 | A courtyard and landscaped property adorn this 1.5 story home that includes a freshly painted interior, hardwood floors throughout, 9+ ft. cathedral ceilings, and an oversized two-car garage.
- Custom-built home in the Augusta Road area | 3 BD, 3 BA | $889,000 | With features including hardwood flooring throughout the formal + living areas, custom built-ins, moldings, 9-ft. ceilings, and living room and den feature fireplaces with gas logs, this home can’t be missed.
- Cozy farmhouse with a big backyard | 3 BD, 3 BA | $345,000 | Complete with a zip line + climbing tower, a stream to catch minnows, and a bridge to battle trolls, this home is perfect for a family.
- 1927 Spanish Colonial home | 6 BD, 7 BA | $3,375,000 | This home, located on .59 acres of perfectly landscaped land, has been completely restored to the original architecture to include a salt water pool, covered arched terraces + four courtyards.
- New construction home ideal for entertaining | 3 BD, 2 BA | $319,999 | Built by Ellys Construction, LLC, this move-in ready home features rich stained-on-site red oak hardwood floors, a spacious back deck, and a covered front porch (hello, summer).
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Weekend on the water in Lakemont, GA
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Relax on the front porch double swing, make a fire in the fabulous outdoor fire pit or indoor fireplace, or rock the afternoon away. | Photo via Vrbo
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Planning a getaway? Check out Lakemont, GA, a ~1.5-hour drive from downtown Greenville.
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Meet Diamond, a pup with a personality that shines
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Diamond had lived with kids before and gets along well with them. | Photo via Greenville Humane Society
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- Name: Diamond (ID #: 49006729)
- Breed/Sex: Terrier, American Staffordshire Mix/Female
- Age: 5.5 years
- Shelter: Greenville Humane Society
- Details: Diamond adores cuddles + attention, chewing on Nylabones, and munching on frozen Kongs. Bonus: She’s housetrained, however, she doesn’t do well in crates unless it’s an extra large one. (Read: She likes her space.) Diamond is looking for a forever home where she’s the center of attention (aka the only pet).
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