Ice, ice, baby. ⛸️

Ice on Main returns for the holiday season in Greenville, SC

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Ice on Main returns Nov. 19. | Photo by the City of Greenville
United Community Bank Ice on Main is returning for the 2022-2023 season on Mon., Nov. 14. Before you hit the ice to show off your triple axel, here’s what you need to know:

Dates of operation

  • Mon., Nov. 14-Mon., Jan. 16
  • See the hours
  • Don’t miss the opening ceremony featuring special performances at 11 a.m. on Mon., Nov. 14, followed by the rink’s official public opening at 2 p.m.

Location

  • Village Green, in front of the Courtyard Marriott + adjacent to City Hall (206 S. Main St.)
Tickets for Ice on Main 2022-2023

Your tickets secure one hour of time on the ice. | Photo by @gvilleevents

Pricing

  • $10 for adults, $8 for kids ages 3-12, free for kids 2 and under (includes skate rentals)
  • Pro tip: Buy your tickets online to guarantee your time slot. There are limited walk-up tickets available.
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FREEZE THE DAY

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Friday, Nov. 11
  • Family Movie Night | Friday, Nov. 11 | 7 p.m. | Brewery 85, 6 Whitlee Ct., Greenville | Free | Grab your blankets, chairs, and the family to watch “Home Alone” — candy and popcorn will be available for purchase.
  • The Bennett Brothers Veterans Day Celebration | Friday., Nov. 11 | 8:40-11:40 p.m. | Cowboy Up Music Venue, 701 Easley Bridge Rd., Greenville | Free entry | Join The Bennett Brothers for a night of patriotic songs, a mechanical bull, drinks, and more.
  • Simpsonville Veterans Day Ceremony | Friday, Nov. 11 | 11 a.m. | Simpsonville Arts Center, 110 Academy St., Simpsonville | Honor our veterans at this celebration featuring a performance by the Upstate Men’s Choir.
Saturday, Nov. 12
  • Greenville Swamp Rabbits vs. Florida Everblades | Saturday, Nov. 12 | 7:05 p.m. | Bon Secours Wellness Arena, 650 N. Academy St., Greenville | $18-$52 | Join the Swamp Rabbits in celebrating all that makes the Upstate special with 864 Night.
  • Borderlands Comics and Games Grand Opening | Saturday, Nov. 12 | 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m. | Borderlands Comics and Games, 410 S. Pleasantburg Dr., Greenville | Free | Celebrate the grand opening of Borderland’s new location + meet artists Brandon Hendricks, Michael Watkins, and the 501st.
  • 20th annual Greenville Open Studios | Sat., Nov. 12 - Sun., Nov. 13 | Times vary | Locations vary | Free | Explore the studios of 140 GVL-based artists (plus enjoy exclusive demos + talks) during this annual arts event.*
Sunday, Nov. 13
  • The Cook’s Station Holiday Open House | Sunday, Nov. 13 | 10 a.m.-5 p.m. | The Cook’s Station, 515 Buncombe St., Greenville | Free | Celebrate the holiday season with food samples, discounts, live Christmas music + Grinch mimosas.
  • STARCRAWLER Live | Sunday, Nov. 13 | 3 p.m. | Horizon Records, 2 W. Stone Ave., Greenville | Free | LA-based band STARCRAWLER, who has opened for artists like Foo Fighters, Spoon, and Beck, makes their rockin’ debut at Horizon Records.
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Weather
  • 70º | Rain | 100% chance of rain
  • Strong winds and heavy rain are expected in the Upstate today as the remnants of Nicole track through the Carolinas. A wind advisory is in effect because gusts could reach 40 mph + the heaviest rain is expected in waves this morning through the afternoon. (WYFF 4)
Featured
  • The naughty and nice list isn’t the only thing we’re watching. Greenville was featured in the Forbes articleFestive Holiday Celebrations Abound Throughout The South,” which says downtown “transforms into a Hallmark movie, as the tree-lined sidewalks twinkle with lights.” 🎄
Biz
  • Visual Comfort & Co. — a designer + architectural lighting and ceiling fan company — will invest $62 million in distribution operations in Spartanburg County. The new facility at Smith Farms Industrial Park (7900-8200 Reidville Rd., Greer) will create 125 jobs over the next five years.

Number
  • $26 million. That’s how much Motor City Racks — an automotive and industrial racking products supplier — is investing in Laurens County, creating 88 jobs. The new facility (366 Old Airport Rd.) is the company’s second in SC. The other is in Cherokee County. (Upstate Business Journal)
Today Is
  • Veterans Day, a federal holiday commemorating people who have served in the United States Armed Forces. Expect various closures related to the holiday, and help honor our military personnel by attending a celebration at County Square (301 University Ridge) at 11 a.m. 🇺🇲
History
  • Local Girl Scout Troop 1967 helped Bethel United Methodist Church research unmarked graves and discovered 12+ burial sites of enslaved people. Now, the troop is working to identify the people buried at the church + raise money for a new marker at the site. (WYFF 4)
Cause
  • Feed & Seed Co. (701 Easley Bridge Rd., Ste. 6010) is collecting non-perishable food items for Project Host Greenville, a nonprofit fighting food insecurity. Stop by now until Sat., Dec. 10 to shop for items at the market or bring an outside donation. 🥫
Sports
  • The countdown to kickoff is on. The 2022 FIFA World Cup begins Sun., Nov. 20, and Football Fanatix of Greenville is ready for a month of local festivities at Growler Haus in the West Village (12 Lois Ave.), starting with a watch party as Qatar plays Ecuador at 11 a.m. Follow its Instagram for more World Cup events. ⚽
Civic
  • Ready to dump your old electronics? Need documents shredded? The City of Greenville’s Public Works Department will host its bi-annual e-waste and shredding event Sat., Nov. 12 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 475 Fairforest Way. 📠
Job
  • We’re hiring a Sales Executive to lead our advertising relationships across all 25 of our cities. This exec would lead prospecting initiatives, maintain a full and active client pipeline, and prepare and deliver sales presentations — all while earning a competitive salary with unlimited PTO. Learn more + apply.
Real Estate
  • DYK Greenville was home to a bustling cotton mill during the blooming industrial era of the textile heyday? Over a century later, The Lofts at Woodside Mill have woven history into luxury. The one-of-a-kind contemporary residences + loft-style apartment homes reflect character-rich, timeless design. See for yourself. 👀 *
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Travel
  • Dreaming up a trip to the Bahamas? This Spanish Wells private cottage might just be your new happy place. It’s steps from the turquoise water, fully air conditioned, and is rated five stars. Book it as a January getaway or the best holiday gift ever for $299 avg/night. 🌊*


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THE WRAP

Today’s issue was written by Danielle.

Editor’s pick: I jump at any opportunity to lace up my skates + will be hitting United Community Bank Ice on Main Monday. I also love hitting the indoor rink at The Pavilion (400 Scottswood Rd., Taylors) all year long. Check out the public skate schedule + have an ice day. ⛸️

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