When you doughnut want to leave GVL

• Summer Reading Kickoff | Friday, June 2 | 3-4 p.m. | Hughes Main Library, 25 Heritage Green Pl., Greenville | Free entry | Enjoy activities for all ages including a used book sale, special exhibits, and a chance to sign up for summer reading.
• First Friday | Friday, June 2 | 6-9 p.m. | Locations vary, Greenville | Free entry | Navigate Greenville’s visual arts scene each month as galleries and venues are open to the public.
• Upstate Shakespeare Festival: The Merry Wives of Windsor | Friday, June 2-Sunday, Jun. 4 | 7 p.m. | Falls Park on the Reedy, 601 S. Main St., Greenville | Free | Enjoy Shakespeare’s timeless tale as this summer tradition returns — bring your own lawn chairs, blankets, and food for a picnic.

• Greenville Triumph | Saturday, June 3 | 7 p.m. | Paladin Stadium, 900 Duncan Chapel Rd., Greenville | $15-$60 | Celebrate the Fiesta de Fútbol featuring a tailgate with LaLa Estrella and Dos Bros Tacos food trucks, games, face painting, a piñata, Hispanic music, and more family fun.
• TD Saturday Market | Saturday, June 3 | 8 a.m.-12 p.m. | Main Street from Court Street to Washington Street, Greenville | Free | Shop 85 local vendors, listen to live music, and stroll through downtown Greenville.

• APA Fest | Sunday, June 4 | 12-6 p.m. | Sum Bar, 307 E. Washington St., Greenville | Free | Enjoy food, fun, and celebration highlighting the AAPI community in the Upstate.
• Cancer Survivors Day | Sunday, June 4 | 10 a.m.-2 p.m. | Cancer Survivors Park, 52 Cleveland St., Greenville | Free | Celebrate those who have survived cancer and support those recently diagnosed at this event, plus engage with local vendors and and be part of the group photo.

• 2023 BMW Charity Pro-Am Tournament presented by TD SYNNEX | Monday, June 5 | 8 a.m. | Multiple locations | $20-$175 | Amateurs and celebrities are grouped with Korn Ferry professionals in a three-day better-ball competition over two golf courses.

• Tuesday in Town Farmers Market | Tuesday, June 6 | 4:30-7:30 p.m. | Greer City Park, 301 E. Poinsett St., Greer | Free | Shop 30+ curated farmer, produce, and maker vendors, plus enjoy live music and multiple food options.

• Sweetgrass Festival | Saturday, July 22 | 10 a.m.-3 p.m. | Mount Pleasant Memorial Waterfront Park, 99 Harry M. Hallman Jr Blvd., Mount Pleasant, SC | Free | The Sweetgrass Festival in Mount Pleasant, SC is designed to promote and bring attention to the contributions of the Gullah Geechee people’s history, culture, traditions + their sweetgrass basket art.*

1. Don’t dive straight into your 401(k) or IRA — you could cost yourself years’ worth of income in retirement savings. Tip or Mistake?
2. Don’t automatically claim Social Security benefits at age 62. Tip or Mistake?
3. Do start auto-withdrawing money from your 401(k) when you turn 59-and-a-half. Tip or Mistake?*

• The City of Greenville Design Review Board gave final approval on the designs for the Greenville Gateway. The new development will bring 294 residential units, a restaurant and commercial space, creative studios, and a parking structure concealed by an elevated terrace to the vacant lot.
• Plans for a planetarium are underway in downtown Spartanburg, with the $5 million project likely breaking ground this summer at the corner of Broad and South Church streets. The 5,000-sqft planetarium will feature a 50-foot domed planetarium theater with 125-140 seats, classrooms and a kitchen, and a Foucalt pendulum (read: demonstrates Earth’s rotation.) (Upstate Business Journal)

• Brewery 85 at 6 Whitlee Ct. will permanently close this weekend. In an Instagram post, the brewery says, “We’ve had a lot of fun and shared some amazing times with y’all over the past decade,” and that they are “so lucky to have experienced the journey of Brewery 85 with Greenville.” Stop in today from 4-9 p.m. and tomorrow from 12-5 p.m. (WYFF 4)

• Curious about what’s next for the Airport District Plan? Attend the city’s presentation of updates on Tuesday, June 6 at 6 p.m. in the Hangar at the Runway Café at 21 Airport Road Ext. The presentation will be posted on the project page after the meeting.

• The K9 Shop is open at Hampton Station in Ste. 10B. Stop into the Long Island, NY-founded raw pet food business to learn about its nutrition-centric specialties (approved by the Humane Society of the United States) and take part in grand opening giveaways Tuesday through Saturday, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Sundays, 12 to 5 p.m.

• Starting Sunday, June 4, all Methodical Coffee locations will close at 2 p.m on Sundays. In an Instagram post, the coffee brand says this decision will help “ensure all our teammates are getting proper time off.”

• It’s showtime. “Shrek: The Musical” opens today, June 2 at The Greenville Theatre. Based on the animated film, this musical explores the story of Shrek and his adventure with Donkey to save Princess Fiona. Tickets are available now through Sunday, June 25.

• Join UpstateSORBA tomorrow, June 3 + Sunday, June 4 at 10 a.m. to help reshape and pack Gateway Park’s dirt jump lines and address general maintenance needs across the park. Tools and lunch will be provided, and donations will be accepted for local community member and Gateway park shredder and volunteer, Jim Murray, who recently suffered life-changing amputations.

• No. 7. That’s where Greenville ranked on The Travel’s list, “These Are The 10 Perfect US Destinations For Summer Travel In 2023.” The article lauds Greenville’s “gorgeous landscaped gardens, beautiful walking trails, and historic stonework that tourists can explore.” (Greenville News)

• Here’s an activity to pitch to your friends: Yoga on The Pitch. Join Soul Yoga, the Greenville Triumph, and the Greenville Liberty for a free, all-levels yoga class on the pitch at Furman’s Paladin Stadium on Saturday, June 10 from 10-11 a.m. Sign up in advance to be entered into a raffle for a free month of Soul Yoga Studio classes and other giveaways.

• It’s Game Show Night at Fluor Field. Play a game, make a deal, be the smartest in the room, and win prizes as the Greenville Drive takes on the Hickory Crawdads. Stay after the game to watch the skies of Greenville light up with fireworks.*
• Looking for more ways to enjoy the Greenville Drive this weekend? Don’t miss Saturdays on the District (5-7 p.m.) followed by Beach Night tomorrow, June 3, plus celebrate Upstate Girl Scouts at Girl Scout Discovery Day on Sunday, June 4 from 12 to 2 p.m. on District 356.*

• 61%. That’s the percentage of people in the US who need corrective eyewear. MUSC Health’s Kristen Gayeski Tinkler, O.D. talks through options for contact lenses so you can see your choices.*

• Attention parents: The last day for the YMCA of Greenville’s Summer Basketball Registration is Wednesday, June 7. This developmental league meets each player where they are to improve their skills. Pro tip: Late registration is June 8-12, so there’s still time to get your kid on the court.*

• The buzziest deodorant in the beauty scene right now: Lume whole body deodorant. Yup, whole body. It’s aluminum and baking soda-free and offers odor protection for any and everywhere. Try it in Toasted Coconut or Fresh Alpine.*