Sports

World Cup 2022 fast facts 🥅

• When: Sun., Nov. 20-Sun., Dec. 18, 2022
• Where: Eight venues across Qatar: Al Bayt Stadium, Khalifa International Stadium, Al Thumama Stadium, Ahmad Bin Ali Stadium, Lusail Stadium, Stadium 974, Education City Stadium and Al Janoub Stadium
• Games: 64
• Teams: 32 countries qualified to compete
• Group play: For the first round, Team USA will be competing against England, IR Iran, and Wales in Group B

Watch party schedule 🎉

• When: Fri., Nov. 25, 2 p.m.
• Where: Growler Haus, 12 Lois Ave.

• When: Sun., Nov. 27, 2 p.m.
• Where: Hampton Station, 1320 Hampton Ave.
• Bonus: The team will be raffling off two Hisense TVs.

• When: Sat., Dec. 3, 2 p.m.
• Where: Dave & Buster’s, 1025 Woodruff Rd., Ste. P101

• When: Sat., Dec. 10, 2 p.m.
• Where: The HabiTap, 1325 Miller Rd.

• Coffee with Veterans and First Responders | Friday, Nov. 18 | 9 a.m.-12 p.m. | The Marriott, One Parkway East, Greenville | Free | Join North America Rescue for free coffee and networking + learn more about open job opportunities.
• Furman Theatre Arts presents “Clever Little Lies” by Joe DiPietro | Friday, Nov. 18 | 7:30-9:30 p.m. | Furman University, The Playhouse, 3300 Poinsett Hwy., Greenville | $5-$15 | See American playwright Joe DiPietro’s story of long-term love and marriage for better and for worse.
• The Governor’s School Presents: Senior Drawing Exhibition | Friday, Nov. 18 | 1:30-4:30 p.m. | South Carolina Governor’s School for the Arts and Humanities, 15 University St., Greenville | Free | The Governor’s School Visual Arts Department presents an exhibition of large-format drawings by members of the senior class.
• adidas Employee Store Holiday Open House | Friday, Nov. 18-Sunday, Nov. 27 | 10 a.m.-9 p.m. | adidas Employee Store, 10 Quest Lane, Greenville | Free | Greenvillians can receive 50% off employee pricing and access the exclusive adidas employee store during the holiday open house this season.*

• The Commons 3-Year Anniversary | Saturday, Nov. 19 | 7 a.m.-10 p.m. | The Commons, 147 Welborn St., Greenville | Free entry | Sip on a special beer collaboration + enjoy food specials.
• Buckhead Betties Outlet Sale | Saturday, Nov. 19 | 9 a.m.-3 p.m. | Greenville Convention Center, 1 Exposition Dr., Greenville | Free | Shop apparel, travel accessories, holiday items, and more at this outlet sale.
• Free Drum Circle with Jeff Holland | Saturday, Nov. 19 | 10-11 a.m. | Pecknel Music, 1312 N. Pleasantburg Dr., Greenville | Free | All ages are welcome to attend this drum circle — drums are provided and no experience is required.

• Fiddler On The Roof | Sunday, Nov. 20 | 1 p.m. + 6:30 p.m. | Peace Center, 300 S. Main St., Greenville | $35-$124 | See Tony-winning director Bartlett Sher’s “fresh and authentic vision” to the ten time Tony award-winning + longest running Broadway play.
• Brunch: Sunday Funsgiving with Mangia Martorell | Sunday, Nov. 20 | 10-10:30 a.m. | Fireforge Crafted Beer, 311 E. Washington St., Greenville | Free | Feast on Fireforge craft brews + brunch by pop-up chef Chris Martorell.
• Annual Holiday Market | Sunday, 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.*

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• We’re not crying a river over 3’s Greenville Golf and Grill’s newest investor: Justin Timberlake. Justin has joined forces with his partners at 8AM Golf to add the par 3 golf course to its portfolio, with the goal of expanding the concept in major metros across the US. (WYFF 4)

• Lucky us. Haywood Mall will soon be home to three new tenants, including clothing store Lucky Brand, which opens tomorrow, Fri., Nov. 18. Intimates store Cotton On opens early next year, and Korean corn dog restaurant Corn Dog By Mr. Cow opens later this month. 👖 (Upstate Business Journal)

• No. 18. That’s what Greenville ranked among 20 cities in 42Floors study, “Best US Metros to Start a Business.” The office space listing platform ranked all US metro areas with at least 300,000 residents + considered factors like startup survival rate and number of small establishments. 💼

• Cancer Survivors Park Alliance will host a Giving Tuesday Silent Auction to benefit its ongoing programs, the park, and more. The online auction opens Tues., Nov. 22 at 4 p.m. and closes Tues., Nov. 29 at 9 p.m. See the items, including a safari in Kenya and a tour of Sorrento, Italy.
• Bon Secours Wellness Arena, Audacy + Greenville County police and fire agencies are teaming up to host LEO Santa, a holiday toy drive. Bring newly purchased, unwrapped gifts to the GSP Airport box office at The Well from Thurs., Dec. 1 (6 a.m.) to Fri., Dec. 2 (10 a.m.). 🧸

• Mable Owens Clarke, who has led the campaign to preserve the historic Soapstone Baptist Church in the Liberia community of Pickens County, was awarded the Order of the Palmetto yesterday — SC’s highest civilian honor. Congratulations, Mable.
• Spartanburg-based Ross Tyser Custom Knives was named on Garden & Gun’s 2022 Made in the South Awards. A runner-up in the Outdoors category, Ross’ Sunday-Go-to-Meetin’ Folding Knife is said to get “nearly as much attention from female customers as male.” 🔪

• South Carolina State Parks is offering free admission to all state parks like Table Rock and Paris Mountain + free tours of its historic homes like Rose Hill Plantation this Black Friday, Fri. Nov. 25. Pick your park. 🏞️

• The Grand Bohemian Lodge was featured in Upscale Magazine’s article of the 21 top resorts around the globe for 2023 excursions. The article lauds the Falls Park lodge as a “place to stay if you desire romance, beautiful art, and a tranquil atmosphere.” 📰

• Calling all ice skaters. Skating on the Big Ice at Bon Secours Wellness Arena kicks off Mon., Dec. 19 and runs through Fri., Dec. 30. Purchase tickets. ⛸️

• A recent PNC Bank survey found that millennial women are more inclined to build wealth through saving than investing. In recognition of this reality, PNC Private Bank applies a gender-specific lens to wealth planning and investing, which takes into consideration barriers that might prevent women from optimizing opportunities to build + preserve wealth.*

• Do you know the risk factors and symptoms of ovarian cancer? Known as a “stealthy” cancer, ovarian cancer’s symptoms are so similar to other minor illnesses that it can be difficult to suspect one has it. Find out the factors that lower your risk — and how catching it early is key.*

• We want to wish a happy birthday (on Saturday) to our teammate Danielle, GVLtoday City Editor. Happy birthday, Danielle!

How do I participate?

How will the winner be announced?

What’s the grand prize?

• $250 Tetrad Brewing Co. gift card
• Four four-packs of the Puck N Hoppy IPA with the winning label
• First label off the production line framed
• Swamp Rabbits VIP experience with four center ice tickets, seats on the team bench during warm ups, and a parking pass