Shopping this season is made easy with Six & Main holiday gift guides. | Photo provided by Six & Main
Have you made a list, checked it twice, but still feel like youâre missing that special gift? Donât worry because weâve got you covered with a gift guide featuring everything from clothing and accessories to candles and coffee from artists and brands in our online shop, Six & Main.
Whether youâre shopping for the ultimate party host, your favorite homebody, or someone in between, thereâs a giftfor everyone.
Adventurers can relax in outdoor chairs from Trippy Outdoor, keep their brews cold with Kanga Coolers, and catch a big one with fishing supplies from Toadfish. To fully equip them to explore the great outdoors, add a Jack Foster hat + Rheos floating sunglasses.
Before you stick a bow on it, click the button below to explore more gifts, including options for the foodie and pet lover in your life.
Kyle here. Although we havenât celebrated Thanksgiving yet, my Christmas and holiday decor has already come down from the attic. Iâm so excited to join in on the cozy holiday spirit that Greenvilleâs bursting with every year, and that includes peeping the beautifully decorated trees of the 37th annual Bon Secours Festival of Trees. đ We canât believe itâs almost Thanksgiving. GVLweekend is taking a break next week â look out for our next edition on Thurs., Dec. 1.
Here are nine more events happening this weekend, Fri., Nov. 19-Sun., Nov. 20:
Friday., Nov. 18
37th Annual Festival of Trees | Friday, Nov. 18-Mon., Dec. 26 | Hours vary | Multiple locations | Free | View holidays trees decorated by local florists, schools, and organizations across three locations downtown.
Gather Gives | Friday, Nov. 18 | 11 a.m.-9 p.m. | Gather Greenville, 126 Augusta St., Greenville | Free | This second annual fundraiser supports local nonprofit Just Say Something and will feature a silent auction, live music, food and drinks, and more.
An Evening of Iconography in Color and Sound | Friday, Nov. 18 | 6-8 p.m. | St. John of the Ladder Orthodox Church, 213 Roper Mountain Rd Ext., Greenville | Free | Meet artist Seraphim OâKeefe + see his work in the St. John of the Ladder Orthodox Church â Wine and light refreshments provided.
Starry Nights: Exploding Universe | Friday, Nov. 18 | 7:30-8:30 p.m. | Roper Mountain Science Center, 402 Roper Mountain Rd., Greenville | $5-$6 | Learn about the explosive phenomena that are responsible for the way we see our universe today.
Saturday., Nov. 19
Zipline with Santa | Saturday, Nov. 19 | 11 a.m.-3 p.m. | Treetop Quest, 16 Alma St., Greenville | $22-$52 | Zipline, mingle, and take photos with Santa.
Browse and Stroll Art Market | Saturday, Nov. 19 | 11 a.m.-6 p.m. | Trailblazer Park, 235 Trailblazer Dr., Travelers Rest | Free | Stroll through 30 artists along the Prisma Health Swamp Rabbit Trail, Main Street, and other locations in Travelers Rest.
Kids Only Thankful Treats Cooking Class | Saturday, Nov. 19 | 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. | The Cookâs Station, 515 Buncombe St., Greenville | $55 | In this hands on class, kids ages 6-10 will create âthankfulâ treats including pumpkin cookies and a white chocolate fall trail mix.
Sunday., Nov. 20
Brunch: Sunday Funsgiving w/ 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 childrenâs story time.
Five Finger Death Punch + Brantley Gilbert | Sunday, Nov. 20 | 6:30 p.m. | Bon Secours Wellness Arena, 650 North Academy St., Greenville | $26.50-$126.50 | Heavy metal band Five Finger Death Punch and Brantley Gilbert join forces at The Well for their arena tour with support from artist Cory Marks.
Looking to fill your calendar this season with festivals, markets, and parties? Make sure to bookmark this event guide featuring 40+ winter events happening between December and February. âď¸
Arts
An Easter egg hunt, but make it winter-themed. This new mural by Matteo Miles in Camperdown Plaza was the boost we needed to catapult into the seasonal fun to come. Can you spot the sweet twists to your favorite Greenville landmarks?
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With Greenville constantly growing and undertaking multiple high-profile developments this year, we figured it was time to talk about the cost of planting some roots in Greenville. Hereâs a breakdown of the cost of living in Greenville, SC.
GREAT ESCAPES
Our guide to Boone, NC
Great Escapes: Our Guide to Boone, NC
The Appalachian Theater was reopened in 2019 and features a variety of entertainment. | Photo by Explore Boone. | Photo by Explore Boone
Western NC is a favorite year-round road trip destination to beat the heat in the summer, take a scenic drive in the fall, and hit the slopes in the winter. A visit to Appalachian Ski Mountain for night skiing and snow tubing, followed by dinner + drinks in nearby Boone or Blowing Rockis practically tradition.
Why go?
Choo, choo â the sound of the Tweetsie Railroad echoes through the hills as it takes you around the Wild West Theme Park.
Get your Southern food fix at Danâl Boone Inn, which has been serving homecooked meals for over 50 years. The Boone staple regularly makes Southern Livingâs lists of âbest country cooking restaurants.â
Bright Boone Home, stay just a short walk to downtown and the Daniel Boone Native Gardens. ($363/night)*
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SHOP
Seasonal
Psst â Thanksgiving is next Thursday, Nov. 24. If youâre planning to serve turkey, donât forget that a meat thermometer is essential to avoiding a potential case of food poisoning. Try this waterproof digital meat thermometer with 53,000+ five star reviews or splurge on this smart meat thermometer that connects to your phone via Bluetooth.*
Travel
Hereâs the best suitcase money can buy, in our opinion â Awayâs The Bigger Carry On has a durable hard shell exterior, a combination lock, and an internal compression systemso you can pack more outfits. Our favorite part: The lifetime warranty against suitcase damage. Choose your color.*
Wellness
As temperatures drop, so does the moisture in the air. To help combat dry air in your home (that can cause inflamed sinuses and thirsty skin), a humidifier is a must. Our pick? This Anthropologie exclusiveCanopy humidifier that has mold inhibiting technology and can run for up to 36 hours.*
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