05.18.2023

Today’s Note

Kyle here. The time has finally come — Artisphere is taking over downtown Greenville all weekend long, featuring hundreds of artists and their creations, award-winning eats, and 20+ live music performances. Pro tip: Celebrate Mom, Artisphere-style this Sunday. Here are nine events happening this weekend, Friday, May 12-Sunday, May 14.

Events

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.
The Vintage Open House 2023 - BMW Motorcycles | Friday, May 19 | 10 a.m.-4 p.m. | The Ultimate Driving Museum, BMW CCA Foundation 190 Manatee Ct., Greer | $0-$30 | Celebrate the opening of this new exhibit featuring a collection of BMW Motorcycles and five cars powered by motorcycle engines, commemorating 100 years of BMW Motorrad.
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 lite bites.

Saturday, May 20

TD Saturday Market | Saturday, May 20 | 8 a.m.-12 p.m. | Main Street, Greenville | Free entry | Shop 85 local vendors, listen to live music, and stroll through downtown Greenville.
The Artists Guild Gallery Spring Paint Out | Saturday, May 20 | 10 a.m.-4 p.m. | The AGGG at Hyatt, NOMA Square, 220 N. Main St., Greenville | Free | Enjoy art demonstrations as 30 local artists Plein Air Paint (read: leave the studio).
JudFest | Saturday, May 20 | 11 a.m.-4 p.m. | Judson Mill District, 701 Easley Bridge Rd., Greenville | Free | 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.
Greenville Triumph | Saturday, May 20 | 7 p.m. | Paladin Stadium, 900 Duncan Chapel Rd., Greenville | $15-$60 | Catch the Greenville Triumph on the home pitch for match day.

Sunday, May 21

Unity Park Neighborhood Celebration | Sunday, May 21 | 2-5 p.m. | Unity Park, 320 S. Hudson St., Greenville | Free | Join the Southernside and West Greenville communities for a neighborhood celebration.
2023 Malcolm X Fest | Sunday, May 21 | 12-7 p.m. | Cleveland Park, 150 Cleveland Park Dr., Greenville | $0-$125 | Enjoy fun, food, music, dance, and browsing local businesses.
Young Entrepreneurs Market | Sunday, May 21 | 3-5 p.m. | The Community Tap, 217 Wade Hampton Blvd., Greenville | Free | Purchase hand-made items and special services from motivated kids in our community.

100+ MORE EVENTS

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From the editor

Opening

Making its debut in the Southeast, “Very Eric Carle: A Very Hungry, Quiet, Lonely, Clumsy, Busy Exhibit” opens Saturday, May 20 at the Upcountry History Museum where families can step into the pages of the children’s author and illustrator, best known for the “Very Hungry Caterpillar.”

Plan Ahead

The second annual SC New Play Festival takes the Greenville stage from Thursday, August 10 to Sunday, August 13. We’re shining a spotlight on this year’s never-before-seen plays, musicals, and a variety show, featuring work of TONY winners, Upstate locals, and even a performance from Broadway’s current Alexander Hamilton.

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Real Estate

7 home design trends we’re loving this year

Exterior of 16 Brookside Way in Greenville, SC.

Listed with Michael McGeevey, 16 Brookside Way in Greenville boasts a range of extraordinary design + architectural features. | Photo by Ryan Nichols

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Here are the top seven home design trends they’re seeing in 2023:

Sustainable design, both inside and out
Gone are gray walls — we’re welcoming warmer colors
Demand for offices and work spaces
Fully open-concept is out, more defined room spaces are in
Embracing clutter-free and minimalist living
Wallpaper and bold tiles — especially in powder rooms, dining rooms, kitchens + laundry rooms
Wood and stone accents

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Great Escapes

Travel and Outdoors

Great escapes: Our Guide to Monterey, CA

Multi-City Editor Emily Shea at Pfeiffer Beach. | Photo by 6AM City

Multi-City Editor Emily, here. Monterey, CA is easily one of the most memorable places I have ever visited. The area is bursting with lush coastal greenery, walking trails that bring you up close and personal with Big Sur wildlife (think: elephant seals, brown pelicans, and sea otters), and cliff laden seasides.

Why go?

Explore the dramatic Big Sur coastline by car or on foot, spotting otters, seals, and pelicans along the way. Plus, visit the world-renowned Monterey Bay Aquarium and stroll down the historic Cannery Row.
Visit Monterey during the annual Big Sur Food & Wine Festival — generally held in November — with some of the area’s best bites, wines, and foodie forward events. Also, mark your calendars for the Jazz Bash on the Bay that celebrates American jazz with performances by world-class musicians.
Check out this midweek getaway guide and this list of everything to do, see, and eat.

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