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The extension trails on 🚧

The Prisma Health Swamp Rabbit Trail Green Line is getting an expansion

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The new bridge from above. | Photo by The City of Greenville
The City of Greenville and Greenville County have both been busy at work on the Green Line of the Prisma Health Swamp Rabbit Trail Network extension — an additional ~4.5 miles that runs from Cleveland Park to CU-ICAR.

With parts of the extension complete and open — like the one-mile segment off Laurens Road between Holland Park and Think Tank Brew Lab — the extension is on its way to being ready for bikers and walkers alike.

We’re breaking down the City of Greenville’s progress on specific initiatives along the extension.

The Paperclip

The section of switchbacks that runs between Cleveland Park and Laurens Road — aka the Paperclip — is 75% complete, with final grading underway and the Cleveland Park pedestrian bridge initially aligned. The City aims to complete the Paperclip in March.

The Bridges

The two pedestrian bridges — one over Laurens Road by Willy Taco and one over Haywood Road by Goodwill — are 90% complete and on track to finish by March. Both were put in place in September 2022, but currently await final touches like paving and rail installation.

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Pedestrian crossing on Verdae Boulevard | Photo via The City of Greenville

Verdae Boulevard

Trail work on Verdae Boulevard is broken into two initiatives. A temporary pedestrian crossing by Velo Verdae apartments was completed in December and will be pedestrian-ready once Greenville County completes the trail and bridge between Verdae and CU-ICAR.

What’s next? Designs for an underpass or bridge on Verdae where the pedestrian crossing is placed are getting started, with plans to report on its feasibility to City Council in March.

Map of trails in Greenville, SC

Three spurs, three neighborhoods. | Map via The City of Greenville

Neighborhood Spurs

There will be three spurs or paths connecting three neighborhoods — Nicholtown, Gower, and Verdae — to the extension. Currently 10% complete, public meetings and “continued coordination with stakeholders” are next steps before engineering, permitting, and bidding construction by this summer.

Click below to see the full update presented to City Council this week.
MORE ON THE EXTENSION

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Wednesday, Feb. 15
  • Andy Warhol: Endangered Species | Wednesday, Feb. 15-Sunday, April 30 | Times vary | Upcountry History Museum, 540 Buncombe St., Greenville | $0-$12 | This bilingual and accessible exhibition features artist Andy Warhol’s 10 silkscreen prints of endangered species identified in the Endangered Species Act of 1973.
  • “Couples Connect” Breathwork Workshop | Wednesday, Feb. 15 | 7-9 p.m. | Half Acre Holistics, 607 W. Parker Rd., Greenville | $65 | Connect with your partner through this breathing workshop.
  • GVL’s Got Talent | Wednesday, Feb. 15 | 6-8 p.m. | Gather GVL, 126 Augusta St., Greenville | Free entry | Celebrate Gather GVL’s third anniversary by supporting locals at this talent show — the judges’ top three winners receive a prize.*
Thursday, Feb. 16
  • The Judds: The Final Tour | Thursday, Feb. 16 | 7:30 p.m. | Bon Secours Wellness Arena, 650 N. Academy St., Greenville | $26.50-$396.50 | Country singer Wynonna Judd brings her tour, “The Judds: The Final Tour” to Greenville with Tanya Tucker and special guest Martina McBride.
  • Lunch & Lit with Amy Poeppel | Thursday, Feb. 16 | 12-1:30 p.m. | M. Judson Booksellers, 207 S. Main St., Greenville | $45 | Author Amy Poeppel discusses her new novel, “Sweet Spot,” a story of three women who form an accidental sorority when a baby — belonging to exactly none of them — lands on their collective doorstep.
  • Brick Oven Pizza Night | Thursday, Feb. 16 | 5-8 p.m. | Greenbrier Farms, 766 Hester Store Rd., Easley | Free entry | Indulge in woodfired pizzas made to order at this Upstate farm — dairy and gluten-free options are available.
Friday, Feb. 17
  • Reedy Reels Film Festival | Friday, Feb. 17-Sunday, Feb. 19 | 5-10 p.m. | South Carolina Children’s Theatre, 153 Augusta St., Greenville | $0-$180 | See 59 films by independent filmmakers at this eighth annual film festival.
  • Switch-A-Roos Children’s Consignment Sale | Friday, Feb. 17-Sunday, Feb. 19 | Times vary | Greenville Convention Center, 1 Exposition Dr., Greenville | Free entry | Shop children’s clothing, shoes, accessories, baby equipment, toys, and maternity clothing at this semi-annual consignment sale.
Saturday, Feb. 18
  • The Planets | Saturday, Feb. 18-Sunday, Feb. 19 | Times vary | Peace Center, 300 S. Main St., Greenville | $20-$85 | Explore the music of “The Planets” by Gustav Holst paired with NASA visuals and hear from Maestro Edvard Tchivzhel and Maggie Connelly, a Planetarium Specialist from Roper Mountain Science Center.
  • Mardi Gras with Tuba Gin | Saturday, Feb. 18 | 4-7 p.m. | Fireforge Crafted Beer, 311 E. Washington St., Greenville | Free entry | Laissez les bons temps rouler and celebrate Mardi Gras with Tuba Gin, a six-piece jazz band who performs a mix of Nola blues, American roots, and traditional jazz.
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Culture

The Empowered Women of Greenville conference returns March 11

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JLG believes empowered women have the ability to make positive change while improving their lives, their families, and creating a ripple effect that can impact the larger community. | Photo provided by Junior League of Greenville
The Junior League of Greenville’s Empowered Women of Greenville (EWG) is back for its third year on Saturday, March 11. Aimed at helping women reach their full potential, the free all-day leadership conference features speakers, breakout sessions, and networking opportunities for women in the Greenville community.

The four areas of focus this year are:
  • Health and Wellness
  • Career and Job Search
  • Financial Literacy
  • Building Community
The dynamic sessions related to these topics will be led by local experts, with a focus on encouraging women to take steps to empower themselves in recognition that women often serve as the economic engine in their household. The lineup of keynote speakers includes Jennifer Jones, founder of Beauty Marks for Girls, and Meliah Bowers Jefferson, Executive Director of The Jolley Foundation.

New this year, there will be a community services fair where attendees can visit with local partners. Breakfast and lunch are included for attendees.

Interested in sponsoring the event? Explore sponsorship packages here.*
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Weather
  • 62Âș | Scattered showers | 40% chance of rain
Development
  • A parcel near Unity Park (at the corner of Nassau and Oscar Streets) was approved for transfer to the Greenville Housing Fund (GHF). With this property addition, GHF and Jordan Development will “... add additional affordable units near the Holloway Trail.” See the City’s affordable housing projects. 🏱
Biz
  • NEXT is accepting applications for #StartupGVL Launchpad on Thursday, April 6 — an event that showcases, celebrates, and helps launch Greenville’s early-stage businesses by pairing them with service providers (think: legal, design and branding, and consulting). All startups in the area are eligible to apply by Monday, March 6. đŸ€
Cause
  • Upstate International — a nonprofit that empowers people and businesses of all nations to thrive in the Upstate — is accepting applications for its Board of Directors. The board, made up of community leaders with various backgrounds, will engage the Upstate in international cultures, businesses, education, and world affairs during a three-year term.
Edu
  • Greenville Technical College has extended its $0 tuition scholarship for summer classes beginning before Monday, June 26. The scholarship applies to new, returning, and current students who are pursuing degrees, diplomas, or certificates — with no course load minimum.
Plan Ahead
  • High Spirits Hospitality is hosting a free venue showcase of Events at Judson Mill (701 Easley Bridge Rd.) on Sunday, March 12 from 1-4 p.m. Booked and potential clients interested in hosting a future event are invited to RSVP to tour the site and meet with vendors.
  • The inaugural Mental Health Emotion in Motion Run takes place Saturday, May 20 at Conestee Park (840 Mauldin Rd.) This run aims to raise awareness and break the stigma of mental health treatment, plus supports the following local nonprofits through proceeds: The Meyer Center, Living Bread, and FAVOR Upstate. Register. 👟
Eat
  • Runway CafĂ© — featured on Food Network’s “Restaurant Impossible” on Thursday, Feb. 23 at 8 p.m. — will offer evening service starting Friday, Feb. 24. Dinner will be offered Fridays and Saturdays from 5-9 p.m. by reservation. ✈
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Finance
  • While the housing market continues to be competitive, many homeowners are choosing to update their current homes instead of moving. Enter: HELOCs, which allow homeowners to use their home’s equity for remodels and repairs (read: instead of maxing out a credit card). Here’s how they work. 🏠*
Family
  • Need something to fill your child or teen’s summer schedule? Day Camp at the YMCA of Greenville gives young Greenvillians the opportunity to experience a variety of activities (think: dance, sports, aquatics + more). Pro tip: Registration is now open.*
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THE WRAP

Today’s issue was written by Kyle.

Editor’s pick: All this talk of the Prisma Health Swamp Rabbit Trail Network has me reminiscing on my recent interview-by-bike with Ty Houck, Director of Greenways, Natural & Historic Resources for Greenville County Parks, Recreation & Tourism. I asked him 10 questions about his 22+ mile project, plus what every Greenvillian should know about.

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