October in Greenville, SC was for foodies, frights + fun
We carnita a lot more tacos. | Photo by GVLtoday
Goodbye Halloween + hello turkey time. Before we deck the halls — unless you’re the “Nov. 1 means the tinsel gets strung” kind (we don’t judge) — we’re looking back at the stories you loved most in October.
From frightful farm houses to terrifying trails, we would be caught dead at these eight haunted attractions in the Upstate — and since it was our second most-read story of the month — you were just as ready for scares and screams this Halloween season.
Getting right to the meat of it: 2,305 of you clicked this link to see our interactive map of the seven local butcher shops you, our readers, recommended.
What could the Greenville Gateway look like? New renderings — including a pedestrian-friendly entertainment hub near Bon Secours Wellness Arena — got 1,872 of you to click and take a peek.
Snakes are no stranger in the Upstate, and 1,635 of you sssslid into this link to try and find the copperhead. Based on the responses in our inbox, it wasn’t an easy task.
Clemson MBA Open House Meet + Greet | Tue., Nov. 1 | 10 a.m.-1 p.m. | Greenville ONE, 1 N. Main St., 5th Floor, Greenville | Free | Prospective students are invited to meet the staff, tour the Greenville ONE building + learn more about Clemson MBA programs.
Meet the Artists | Tue., Nov. 1 | 6:30-7:30 p.m. | Hughes Main Library, 25 Heritage Green Pl., Greenville | Free | Celebrate the opening of Greenville County Library System’s Art in The Library exhibit + meet the featured local artists.
Wednesday
Tiny Homes: The Inside Scoop | Wed., Nov. 2 | 10:30 a.m. | Modern Real Estate Consultants, 582 Perry Ave., Greenville | Free | Get the inside scoop on everything from buying + selling to financing to where to park tiny homes.
Thursday
Live Music with Matthew Phillips | Thu., Nov. 3 | 5:30-8:30 p.m. | Gather, 126 Augusta St., Greenville | Free | Grab a bite + drink at Gather as you listen to live music from Matthew Phillips.
Stop the Bleed Class | Thu., Nov. 3 | 6-7 p.m. | Gibbs Cancer Center & Research Institute-Pelham, Conference rooms A + B, First floor, 2759 SC-14, Greer | Free | Learn quick skills necessary for assisting in an emergency.
Friday
Everything Outdoor Fest | Fri., Nov. 4 - Sun., Nov. 6 | Times vary | Historic Hopkins Farm, 3717 Fork Shoals Rd., Simpsonville | $10.00 - $25.00 | Connect with other enthusiasts at this three day festival to explore the Southeast’s most popular outdoor activities.
First Fridays | Fri., Nov. 4 | 6-9 p.m. | Locations vary across Greenville | Free entry | Join MAC in exploring over 25 local art galleries on the first Friday of every month + plan your route with the interactive map.*
Saturday
From Ballet to Broadway! | Sat., Nov. 5 | 7:30 p.m. | Peace Center Gunter Theatre, 300 S. Main St., Greenville, SC | $45 | This collaborative, live dance + music event will showcase the classical ballet “La Fille mal Gardée (Act 1),” Broadway-inspired melodies performed by Max Quinlan and Siri Howard, and new dance works by Vlada Kysselova and Carissa Kubitz.*
Plan Ahead
Annual Holiday Market | Sun., Nov. 20 | 12:30-5 p.m. | Camperdown Plaza, 20 E. Broad St., Greenville | Free | Start the holiday season merry + bright with over 25 local vendors, live music, and a children’s story time.*
Aquarium Aglow at the South Carolina Aquarium | Fri., Nov. 18 - Sat., Dec. 31 | 5:30-9:30 p.m. | South Carolina Aquarium, 100 Aquarium Whrf., Charleston | $26.95 - $29.95 | The wonder of the season comes alive at Aquarium Aglow, elegant evenings of holiday celebration in the heart of downtown Charleston.*
We have amonthly 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.
Catch your flight via automated Podcar? GSP is working on a $70 million plan to transport travelers via automated driver-less vehicles on tracks independent from the airport’s roads. The plans could be reviewed in 12-18 months. (ThePost and Courier Greenville)
Civic
Your vote matters + there’s time to cast your ballot ahead of Election Day. Stop by one of theseearly voting locations between 8:30 a.m. and6 p.m. today through Sat., Nov. 5. 🗳️
Eat
Southernside Brewing (25 Delano Dr., Unit D) is now openfor lunch. Doors open at 11 a.m. Tues.-Sun. Order our favorites, like the pretzel and beer cheese + the lemon chicken wrap before taking a midday walk through Unity Park. 🍺
Number
$150,000. That’s how much Rebuild Upstate received from the US Department of Housing and Urban Development to repair homes for veterans with disabilities. The nonprofit — which focuses on repairing and improving existing homes — will use the money on 15 homes. 🏘️ (Greenville Journal)
Plan Ahead
Grab your black tie best and head to Bon Secours Wellness Arena on Mon., Nov. 7 for Soby’s 25th Anniversary Party. Supporting Mill Village Ministries, the party features drinks, bites + live music from Greenvillian singer-songwriter Edwin McCain.
Health
Eat too much Halloween candy last night? This cordless water flosser can help clean up those pearly whites. It’s more effective than traditional dental floss and includes two flossing tips and two pressure settings. Bonus: This battery operated + cordless flosser is travel-friendly. 🦷*
Real Estate
Located in downtown Greenville’s historic West End, .408 Jackson places residents in the heart of the action. Hosting spacious studios, one, two + three bedrooms and a lineup of home run amenities, .408 Jackson is a perfect Greenville home base. See floorplans and schedule a tour.*
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Culture
Happy Pride, GVL 🏳️🌈
Kick off Pride Month with these local events
Show your Pride, GVL. | Photo via @staymodal
Happy Pride Week, GVL. Upstate Pride SC is celebrating its annual Pride Week now through Sun., Nov. 6, including a march and festival on Sat., Nov. 5.
Here’s a lineup of events across the Upstate all week long:
Today, Nov. 1
Movie Night | Tues., Nov. 1 | 7 p.m. | Birds Fly South Ale Project, 1320 Hampton Ave. | Free | Watch “Hocus Pocus” in the Biergarten with a local brew in hand.
Wed., Nov. 2
Pride Book Club | Tues., Nov. 2 | 6:30 p.m. | M. Judson Booksellers, 130 S. Main St. + Hub City Bookshop and Press, 186 W. Main St., Spartanburg | Free | Join a discussion about the book “Detransition, Baby” by Torrey Peters.
Thurs., Nov. 3
Queer Night | Thurs., Nov. 3 | 6-8 p.m. | Modal, 813 Augusta St. |Free | Grab a bite from a local food truck and sip on beer, wine, or coffee.
DT’s Takeover | Thurs., Nov. 3 | 9 p.m. | DT’s Tavern, 100 E. North St. | Free | Support a local “safe space” with a night out with Upstate Pride.
Click the button below for the Pride celebrations continuing into the weekend.
Editor’s pick: Potential hot take incoming — I’m the type to deck the hallsbefore Thanksgiving. I can’t wait for holiday traditions to begin in a couple weeks, like United Community Bank Ice on Main which opens Fri., Nov. 11. What Greenville holiday tradition are you most looking forward to? Fa-la-la-la-la-lalet me know.
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