An innovative new center 💡

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District leaders broke ground on the new Innovation Center. | Photo via Greenville County Schools

Greenville County Schools broke ground on its Career and Technical Education (CTE) Innovation Center on the Roper Mountain Science Center campus this week.

The $12.7 million facility — opening in August 2023 — will house classrooms and labs designed to give STEM (science, technology, engineering + math) students the opportunity to problem-solve and collaborate in a real-world setting. Equipment will also align with the technology used in the industries students are studying.

Renderings of the GCS Innovation Center. — The 29,145-sqft facility | Renderings via Greenville County Schools

The Innovation Center will feature five programs:

Emerging automotive research — the first program of its kind in SC
Aerospace technology
Cybersecurity + networking
Clean energy technology
Automation robotics

Whether students plan to attend a two-year program at a technical college or a four-year university — the goal is to give them the knowledge and skills to be successful in their higher education + a future STEM career like engineering, programming, aviation, IT, and more.

See blueprints of the CTE Innovation Center + more photos of the groundbreaking here.

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EVENTS

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Today

Fidelity Investments Moonlight Movies | Thurs., Sept. 22 | Dusk | Falls Park | Free entry | Watch “Casablanca” + enjoy dinner from the Everything Egg Roll food truck.
Brewing for Rhinos | Thurs., Sept. 22 | 6 p.m. | Pangaea Brewing Company, 115 Welborn St. | Prices vary | Sip on a craft brew and raise money for rhino conservation through animal art sales + a silent auction. 🦏
Garden to Glass Tour and Tasting | Today-Sat., Oct. 15 (By appointment Tuesday-Friday; Saturday by appointment or walk-in | 12-5 p.m. | Vicario Distillery and Farm, 800 Old Jones Rd. Greer| $15 | Enjoy an afternoon of aromatic herbs and a tasting of Vicario’s award-winning gin and liqueurs. 🍷 *

Friday

AutumnFest at the Market | Fri., Sept. 23 + Sat., Sept. 24 | 8 a.m.-6 p.m. | Greenville State Farmers Market, 1354 Rutherford Rd. | Free entry | Shop seasonal plants, flowers, pumpkins, gourds + decor.
Farm to Feast Festival | Fri., Sept. 23 + Sat., Sept. 24 | Times vary | Barefoot Acres, 181 Barefoot Acres Way, Fountain Inn | $20+ | Enjoy barbecue bites from Chef Troy Arnold of The Pasta Guru + listen to live music. 🍖
Annual Project Host BBQ Cook-off and Festival | Fri., Sept. 23-Sat., Sept. 24 | 6-10 p.m. on Fri.; 11 a.m.-2 p.m. on Sat. | District 356 at Fluor Field | Free entry (tickets for tastings + activities available for purchase) | Taste local BBQ while supporting Greenville-area nonprofit Project Host. 🐖 *

Saturday

Tuba Gin at Oktoberfest | Sat., Sept. 24 | 5-8 p.m. | Fireforge Crafted Beer, 311 E. Washington St. | Free entry | Wear your lederhosen and dirndl to taste the Oktoberfest lager + seasonal brews while listening to this five-piece band.
LANCO | Sat., Sept. 24 | 6 p.m. | Cowboy Up, 701 Easley Bridge Rd. | $25 | Dance the night away to this country band featuring songs like “Honky-Tonk Hippies” and “I Need a Beer.”

Plan Ahead

Open Studios 2022 | Sat., Nov. 12- Sun., Nov. 13 | Sat., 10 a.m.- 6 p.m.; Sun., 12-6 p.m. | Free | Personally connect with Greenville’s practicing artists during the 20th annual Open Studios self-guided tour.*
The Links at Fluor Field, presented by Jeff Lynch | Fri., Oct. 14-Sat., Oct. 15 | Fri: 11 a.m.-9 p.m.; Sat.: 9 a.m.-9 p.m. | Fluor Field at the West End | $100 per hour per hitting bay for up to 4 people, $150 for 6 people | Experience golf like never before — this unique fundraiser, benefiting First Tee — Upstate South Carolina, allows you to hit golf balls in an iconic minor league baseball stadium. ⛳ *

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HEALTH

Quiz: Does autumn in Greenville make you itchy, sneezy, hivey, or all of the above?

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At GVLtoday, we love everything about fall — except the inevitable allergy spike. (No, it’s not just you — allergies are much worse these days.) But — news flash — you don’t have to suffer (read: sneeze) in silence. 🤧

This at-home allergy test can pinpoint your exact allergy triggers from 294 common irritants. You’ll also receive advice from a doctor on managing symptoms, or even a customized treatment plan of over-the-counter and prescription solutions so you can live your best Greenville life unbothered.*

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NEWS NOTES

Weather

93º | Mostly sunny | 20% chance of rain

Opening

Farm Fresh Fast — a farm-to-table restaurant and meal prep service — is opening its Simpsonville location (35 S. Main St., Simpsonville) on Mon., Sept. 26 at 4 p.m. Check out its temporary hours on Instagram + get ready for lunch service soon.

Biz

Greenville and Spartanburg Counties unanimously supported tax breaks for Volvo — which wants to invest $58.2 million on tooling facilities at five sites across both counties. It’s a $42.6 million investment in Greenville and $15.6 million in Spartanburg. (The Post and Courier Greenville)

Ranked

No. 1. That’s how the Travelers Rest Farmers Market ranked among South Carolina farmers markets according to the American Farmland Trust. The market ranked No. 9 in the Southeast + No. 33 in the US out of 7,000 participating markets. Congratulations. 🥇

Featured

Luxury Travel Magazine featured Greenville’s Grand Bohemian Lodge, highlighting the “impressive but approachable hotel” and calling Greenville “a year-round playground for guests of all ages.”

Civic

The Greenville County Sheriff’s Office has a new deputy in town. Meet Adroit-Lee — an eight-week-old bloodhound — that will be trained as a search and rescue K-9. 🐶

Number

$627,382. That’s how much J.L. Mann and Greenville High Schools raised during their Spirit Weeks. The money will benefit TD SYNNEX Share the Magic, which supports local organizations like A Child’s Haven, Clement’s Kindness, Make-A-Wish + Pendleton Place. (Greenville Journal)

Today Is

World Car-Free Day. Greenville Connects — a nonprofit that supports local transit — is celebrating with free rides on Greenlink buses all day today. Download the FindGreenlink app to plan your route + get real-time arrival information for the buses. 🚌
The autumnal equinox — when the sun crosses the celestial equator (Think: An imaginary extension into space of Earth’s equator line) from North to South, signaling the start of fall. Celebrate by apple picking or plan when + where you’re going to see the leaves change. 🍁

Trending

Amazon’s “Thursday Night Football” broke records for new Prime memberships last week, with more sign-ups over a three hour period to view the Chiefs-Chargers game than on Prime Day, Black Friday, or Cyber Monday. Tonight’s game? Steelers vs. Browns. Join the party with a 30-day free Prime Video trial. 🏈 (CNBC)*

Eat

It’s the first day of fall, which means it’s officially soup season. Celebrate by trying this yummy Chicken and Vegetable Soup recipe. 🍲 *

Real Estate

Looking for unparalleled craftsmanship? This 5 BD, 6 BA legacy estate fits the bill. Sprawled across an acre, this home features a five-car garage, a great room with 28-ft ceilings, and a true chef’s kitchen. Bonus: The basement boasts a 1,500-bottle wine cellar, kitchenette, fitness room, theater room + office. 🏡 *

Featured Job

Brains on Fire, a Greenville-based advertising agency, is currently hiring for these positions: a Project Lead, a Social Media Specialist, and a Mid-Level to Senior Level Graphic Designer. Think you would be a good fit? Learn more and apply.*

Celebrate

We want to wish a happy birthday to our teammate Maddy, 6AM City Performance Marketing Specialist. Happy birthday, Maddy!

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PLAN AHEAD

Runners, take your mark. 👟

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Fluor Field looking stunning, as always. | Photo by @james_simpson_photography

“The biggest day of running in Greenville” is just around the corner + we’ve got everything you need to prepare for the 2022 Spinx Run Fest.

Hosted by the Greenville Track Club — which is celebrating 50 years — the fest’s four races will take place on Sat., Oct. 29:

Swamp Rabbit Marathon | 6 a.m. | $110 | This race starts on Main Street, follows the Prisma Health Swamp Rabbit Trail, and finishes at Fluor Field.
Run Town USA Half Marathon | 7:30 a.m. | $65 | The most popular race of the day follows a course similar to that of the marathon.
Downtown 10K | 7:30 a.m. | $50 | Lace up for a 6.2 mile run through downtown Greenville.
Big Pumpkin 5K | 8 a.m. | $30 | For runners + walkers of all ages and abilities, participants are encouraged to wear their best Halloween costumes.

Post-race, enjoy activities on the Fluor Field concourse from 9-11 a.m.

Pro Tip: Bookmark this schedule for the full schedule for race day.

THE WRAP

Today’s issue was written by Danielle.

Editor’s pick: Fall is my favorite season + I can’t wait for sweater weather. If you’re looking to get stocked up on some warmer clothes, check out our list of places to get thrifty in GVL.

Missed yesterday’s newsletter? We’re celebrating National Indoor Plant Week with where to buy indoor plants in and around Greenville, SC.

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