06.06.2023

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Wellness

Welcome to Moveville, SC

Presented by a GVLtoday Partner

Moveville graphics of people biking, running, and walking their dogs

There are tons of ways to get active and stay healthy with Moveville. | Graphics provided by YMCA of Greenville

Did you know? More than 60% of Greenville County residents are at risk for developing chronic diseases due to inactivity, poor nutrition choices + factors impacting mental health. The good news: It’s never too late to start your journey to a healthier lifestyle.

The even better news: Research shows that 80% of these chronic diseases can be prevented or reversed by exercising 30 minutes a day + 5 days a week, eating better, and managing stress.

And here to help you kickstart your health journey is Moveville. Moveville is a community-wide health initiative led by the YMCA of Greenville to help combat growing chronic health risks in Greenville County.

What is Moveville?

Moveville is an online community resource that combines health-related information (think: healthy recipes + beginner workouts) with fun challenges to help you take steps toward improving your health.

Here’s what you’ll get when you join Moveville:

Access to free information to improve your physical + mental health
Community challenge opportunities
Healthy recipes + shopping lists
List of free places to exercise in Greenville County

Bonus: It’s free to join Moveville, and open to all Greenville County residents who want to start taking steps to improve their health.

How to get involved:

The Moveville website has all the resources you need to get started on your health journey. And if you’re ready to go all-in, you can sign up for Moveville + join a challenge.

The Moveville challenges are a way to get active with your community and connect with others who are on their own health journey. Challenges will be announced to registered Moveville-ians via email with links to sign up for the challenge.

Pro tip: Be on the lookout for the Moveville summer challenge.

Ready to join the movement? Learn more + sign up.*

There are so many places to move in Greenville County. Looking for somewhere new to workout? The Moveville website has a great list of indoor + outdoor spots where you can move for free.

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Where is your favorite place to exercise in Greenville County?

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Events

Tuesday, June 6

Ice Cold and Gold | Tuesday, June 6 | 6-11 p.m. | Pavilion, 400 Scottswood Rd., Taylors | $10 | Meet gold medalist Matt Hamilton and watch him curl against locals.
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.

Wednesday, June 7

Salsa Dance Class | Wednesday, June 7 | 7:30-9 p.m. | Dance United, 580 Woodruff Rd., Greenville | $15 | Learn to dance Salsa with or without a partner — beginner and intermediate classes are available.
World Piece Wednesday Night Trivia | Wednesday, June 7 | 6:30-8 p.m. | World Piece Pizza, 109 Weststone Ave., Greenville | Free | Train your brains, fill your bellies, and win prizes at this themed trivia.

Thursday, June 8

Moonlight Movies | Thursday, June 8 | 7 p.m. | Greer City Park, 301 E. Poinsett St., Greer | Free entry | Watch “Paws of Fury: The Legend of Hank” under the stars at this summer outdoor movie series.
Music by the Lake | Thursday, June 8 | 7:30 p.m. | Furman Amphitheater, 3300 Poinsett Hwy., Greenville | Free | Bring your own lawn chairs, a picnic dinner, and a blanket and enjoy live music each week.

Friday, June 9

Greenville Heritage Main Street Fridays | Friday, June 9 | 5:30-9:30 p.m. | NOMA Square, 220 N. Main St., Greenville | Free entry | Groove into the weekend with music by R&B, dance, and pop group Rhythm Jab.

Saturday, June 10

Upstate Record Swap | Saturday, June 10 | 10 a.m.-1 p.m. | Pharmacy Records, 21 Shoppers Dr., Greenville | Free entry | Buy, sell, and trade records, plus talk music with fellow music lovers.

Kickstart summer vacation

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🎓 SC’s cyber students are celebrating graduation

SC’s cyber students are celebrating graduation

Presented by a GVLtoday Partner

CASC students sitting at the graduation ceremony.

Now in its 10th year, CASC is celebrating the largest graduation in the school’s history with 320 graduates. | Photo provided by Cyber Academy of South Carolina

Congrats, grads. Virtual students across the state turned their tassels and walked across the stage on Saturday, June 3 at USC’s Koger Center in Columbia. The Cyber Academy of South Carolina (CASC) provides virtual students with opportunities to participate in competitions and activities while celebrating the milestones many teens look forward to (think: an in-person prom).

The tuition-free school specializes in personalized, accelerated learning + career prep programs. CASC celebrates the many decisions students can make after high school, like taking their skills directly into the workforce, going to a trade school, enlisting in the military, or going on to college. More than 150 graduates have shared that they have future plans for college (including SC State, University of South Carolina, Duke University, Georgetown, Charleston Southern University, Furman University, and more).

Senior Emily Willis says CASC got her focused and excited about college and a career. “Thanks to CASC’s college career prep program, I was inspired to try STEM classes, and now I want to work in coding and cybersecurity. I’m excited to start college at USC Upstate knowing exactly what career path I’m on.”

Interested in virtual learning for your student? Get more information.*

Learn more + apply

News Notes

Number

$338. That’s the average rent Greenville seniors will pay at a new affordable housing complex approved by the Design Review Board. Construction on the eight-story addition next to the Greenville Summit building at 201 W. Washington St. is slated to begin in September 2024 with 50 units opening in 2025.

Festival

Twice the jazz, twice the fun. After a successful inaugural event, the Greenville Jazz Fest is doubling the music and entertainment Saturday, June 7 + Sunday, June 8, 2024.

Biz

DZN Home is opening a Main Street location in the West End (in the former Beija-Flor Jeans storefront) this summer. The furniture and interior design business will focus on home decor and gifts at its second location while its flagship at 23 Falls Park Dr. will remain open. (The Post and Courier Greenville)

List

Gather GVL was named one of USA Today’s 10 Best Food Halls, but it needs your help landing the top spot. Vote daily until Monday, July 3.
Travel + Leisure named Greenville one of the “11 Best Places to Travel in September.” The publication notes how our city “is quickly earning a reputation as a culinary destination” and suggests visiting for euphoria, from Thursday, September 14 to Sunday, September 17.

Sports

Gamecock Baseball is headed to the Super Regional of the NCAA Tournament. The Cocks face the Florida Gators in Gainesville. The Clemson Tigers’ season ended during the Clemson Regional, falling to Charlotte 5-2.

Health

Facial paralysis is one of the most complex areas of reconstructive surgery due to the wide variety of functional and cosmetic deficits. Here’s how the experts at MUSC Health are working on the future of facial reanimation.*

Travel

It’s time to plan that last summer hurrah for Labor Day weekend. May we suggest a coastal getaway to the Outer Banks? Or maybe your dream destination is a rustic treehouse in the Adirondack Mountains. Wanna splurge? This modern farmhouse in Napa Valley is sure to be unforgettable.*

Seasonal

Here comes the sunflower

Explore acres of sunflowers at The South Carolina Sunflower Festival at Denver Downs Farm

Stop and smell the sunflowers. | Photos provided by Denver Downs Farm

Eight acres of sunflowers will be in bloom at the fifth annual SC Sunflower Festival, taking place at Denver Downs Farm from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. June 24-25; July 1-2; and July 8-9.

🌻 Flowers

Explore multiple sunflower varieties to cut bouquets or snap the perfect photo. Photographers interested in capturing professional photos outside of the festival hours can complete the interest form.

🌻 Food + drink

Feast on snacks from local vendors, including charcuterie, barbecue, chicken fingers, corn dogs, funnel cakes, and snow cones. Plus, sip on Denver Downs lemonade or stop by the Vine and Barrel Beer Garden for sangria flights and Flower Frose. Check the farm’s Facebook for menu updates.

🌻 Festivities

Enjoy live music and children’s activities and attractions, like ziplines and a climbing wall, snuggle up to mini farm animals, and stretch out among the flowers at sunset and sunrise yoga classes.

Pick your tickets

The Wrap

Today’s edition by:
Danielle

From the editor

My favorite place to exercise in Greenville County is off the beaten path. I recently discovered a gorgeous creek just a short walk from my house. It’s now my new favorite place to take a midday stroll.

By the way, reader Vickie O. reached out to us after seeing the Moveville billboards around town. I love when you reach out about what you’re seeing across Greenville, and I love it even more when we can answer your questions.

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