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75º Cloudy | 20% chance of rain | Sunrise 6:26 a.m. | Sunset 8:26 p.m.
 

Culture

This free event invites local innovators to network and learn
Presented by a GVLtoday Partner
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Start your day with complimentary breakfast and networking with Furman alumni, parents, friends, and community business and civic leaders. | Photo provided by The Hill Institute for Innovation and Entrepreneurship at Furman University
Calling all entrepreneurs and innovators. Mark your calendar for this Friday, May 19 from 7:30 to 9 a.m. for the next installment of the Advantage Greenville series, hosted by The Hill Institute at Furman.

For this free event (which you can register for here), The Hill Institute has partnered with The Shi Institute for Sustainable Communities at Furman for a lively discussion about how sustainability can serve as a catalyst for innovation. Featured panelists include:
  • Maurie Lawrence, Sustainability Vice President and Associate General Counsel for Milliken
  • Mike Haubert, a partner with local growth stage company Mosaic Color and Additives
  • Alexa Valdavinos, a Furman student who founded startup Monte Valle
The discussion will be moderated by Andrew Predmore, Executive Director at The Shi Institute.

Bonus: Following the program, The Hill Institute and Furman’s Center for Innovative Leadership are hosting a two-hour workshop on “The Entrepreneur’s Mindset” for up to 20 business leaders in attendance. This workshop is free to attend — learn more and claim your spot.*
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Events
Monday, May 15
  • Kenny Loggins | Monday, May 15 | 7:30 p.m. | Peace Center, 300 S. Main St., Greenville | $110-$135 | Get ready to cut loose, footloose in the danger zone with two time Grammy Award-winning artist, Kenny Loggins.
Tuesday, May 16
  • Greenville Liberty vs. NC Fusion | Tuesday, May 16 | 7 p.m. | Paladin Stadium, 3300 Poinsett Hwy., Greenville | $11-$30 | Cheer on the Greenville Liberty as they take on NC Fusion on the home pitch.
Wednesday, May 17
  • Trivia Night | Wednesday, May 17 | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | Pangaea Brewing Co, 115 Welborn St., Greenville | Free entry | Put your knowledge to the test + enjoy a craft beer.
Thursday, May 18
  • NEXT Accelerator Showcase | Thursday, May 18 | 6-8 p.m. | Greenville ONE Center, 2 W. Washington St., Greenville | Free | The cohort members of the NEXT Accelerator will deliver their final four-minute pitches in front of a crowd and share what they’ve learned throughout this 10-week program — networking to follow.
Friday, May 19
  • Greenville Greek Festival | Friday, May 19-Sunday, May 21 | Times vary | St. George Greek Orthodox Cathedral, 406 N. Academy St. , Greenville | $3 | Hit downtown for a weekend to experience Greek culture through authentic food, dance, and music
  • Brew in the Zoo | Friday, May 19 | 6-10 p.m. | The Greenville Zoo, 150 Cleveland Park Dr., Greenville | $30-$70 | Adults are invited to explore the zoo after hours, groove to live music, and sample an assortment of beer and light bites.
Saturday, May 20
  • JudFest | Saturday, May 20 | 11 a.m.-4 p.m. | Judson Mill District, 701 Easley Bridge Rd., Greenville | Free entry | Celebrate one year of Judson Mill through a sip and shop with local vendors, Greenville Library Seed Library seed planting, and live music outside and in The Foundry.
Sunday, May 21
  • Strange Orchard Sunday | Sunday, May 21 | 4-6 p.m. | Fireforge Crafted Beer, 311 E. Washington St., Greenville | Free entry | Enjoy Fireforge craft beer and listen to local band Strange Orchard in the taproom.
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Festival

Painting a portrait of Artisphere 2023
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Celebrating the arts, rain or shine. | Photos by GVLtoday
Thousands of you hit the streets of downtown Greenville this weekend to celebrate art, music, and culture.

Whether you got crafty in the “Kidsphere” tent, purchased a new piece for your home along “Artist Row,” sipped a brew and listened to live music at “Arts and Drafts,” or supported young artists in our community in the new “Artists on the Rise” section, we hope you had a blast.

Save the dates of next year’s festival: Friday, May 10-Sunday, May 12, 2024.
News Notes
Open
  • Aged Attire — a vintage clothing store — is now open at 102 Trade St. in Downtown Greer. Shop secondhand tees, denim, jackets, and more.
Shop
  • Drum Percussion Studio — which announced it’s closing after this season — is hosting a closing sale. Stop by today, May 15, through Thursday, May 25 to browse hundreds of percussion instruments and accessories (think: drum sets, sticks + mallets, and world drums).
  • We’re excited to announce our online store (Six & Main) now features Elf Leaf Farm, a Greenville-based, family-run lavender Farm. Products include lavender soap, dryer balls, oil, lotion, and simple syrup. Catch the relaxing vibes by shopping today.
Plan Ahead
  • Are you hoping to escape to Oz when “Wicked” flies into the Peace Center Wednesday, Aug. 2-Sunday, Aug. 20? Circle Friday, May 19 on your calendar because tickets go on sale at 10 a.m.
Theater
  • Though she be but little she is fierce. Summer Shakespeare returns Friday, June 23 with a “Midsummer Night’s Dream.” Get tickets for the production taking over the Bob Jones University Performance Hall on select dates in June and July.
Active
  • We feel you, GVL — finding time to exercise can be hard. That’s why Prisma Health’s monthly MoveWell workout videos are designed to be done anywhere, with no special equipment and no cost. Bonus: Movements can be customized to your fitness level. Sign up to get videos delivered directly to your inbox.*
Announced
  • Congrats to local educators @kaitlynawilson and @comicalteacher, this week’s winners of our “Teacher Care Package” giveaway in partnership with Greenville Federal Credit Union. Thank you to all our local teachers — we see you, and we appreciate you. *
Biz
Drink

🍹 A mocktail moment

Recipe: a zero-proof Moscow mule
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Add two ounces of pomegranate juice to your Moscow mule for an added tropical punch. | Photo by Michael D. Wilson via Ritual Zero Proof Spirits
If you love the occasional nightcap but hate the hangover that follows (or already enjoy concocting flavorful mixed drinks sans alcohol), Ritual Zero Proof’s spirits will be a great addition to your home bar kit. The award-winning alcohol-free liquors offer a 1:1 spirit replacement, so you can use them just as you would traditional spirits.

Ritual Zero Proof offers alcohol-free tequila, rum, gin, and whiskey that are made using all-natural botanical ingredients to mimic the taste and smell of liquor. Bonus: Ritual Zero Proof’s website has a slew of cocktail recipes we’re drooling over. We’re featuring one of our favorites below.

Traditional Moscow Mule

Ingredients:
Directions:

Fill a copper mug or tumbler with ice. Add all ingredients. Stir and garnish with lime wedges.

Bonus: Buy these copper mugs and the viral nugget ice maker to elevate your cocktail night.*
The Wrap
 
Danielle Barilla in a purple lace shirt

Today’s edition by:
Danielle
From the editor
It’s hard to believe Artisphere weekend has come and gone. While we wait for next year, make sure you’re following the Metropolitan Arts Council for more opportunities to support the arts in Greenville. One of my favorite events, Flat Out Under Pressure, is coming up next month.
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