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How’s 2024 treating you so far, Greenville? We’re so happy to be back in your inbox. Let us know if there’s anything specific you’d like to see covered this year.

 
Events

Friday, June 9
  • BMW Charity Pro-Am Presented by TD SYNNEX | Friday, Jun. 9-Sunday, Jun. 11 | Thornblade Club and The Carolina Country Club, Greenville | $20-$175 | Catch the only golf tournament on the Korn Ferry Tour where amateurs and celebrities are grouped with Korn Ferry professionals for three-days of better-ball competition across two golf courses.
  • Twin Creeks Lavender Farm UPICK | Friday, June 9-Sunday, June 11 | 9 a.m. | Twin Creeks Lavender Farm, 4638 Midway Rd., Williamston | $5 | Pick fresh lavender bouquets and enjoy Honest Scoop lavender ice cream, Mama K’s Elderberry lavender elderberry lemonade, and farm activities.
  • “Shrek the Musical” | Friday, June 9-Sunday, June 25 | Times vary | Greenville Theatre, 444 College St., Greenville | $38-$40 | Based on the hit blockbuster movie, Shrek finds himself on a quest to save his swamp from an evil lord, rescue the lovely princess from a terrible fate, and discover who he is truly meant to be.
Saturday, June 10
  • TD Saturday Market | Saturday, June 10 | 8 a.m.-12 p.m. | Main Street from Court Street to Washington Streer, Greenville | Free entry | Shop 85 local vendors, listen to live music, and stroll through downtown Greenville.
  • Greenville Triumph | Saturday, Jun. 10 | 7 p.m. | Paladin Stadium, 900 Duncan Chapel Rd., Greenville | $15-$60 | Catch the Greenville Triumph on the home pitch for match day.
  • Wine Festival
Sunday, June 11
  • Greenville FunFest | Sunday, Jun. 11 | 11 a.m.-5 p.m. | Holland Park, 813 Laurens Rd., Greenville | Free entry | Enjoy live music, a family fun zone, entertainment, vendors, food trucks, and lots of vegan food at this third annual fest.
  • TapStaff Showcase | Sunday, Jun. 11 | 11 a.m.-2 p.m. | The Community Tap, 110 Brockman Ave, Greenville | Free | Shop vintage clothing, artwork, jewelry, plants, quilts, and handbags as you sip a craft brew.
  • Cigar Box Making Class | Sunday, Jun. 11 | 1-5 p.m. | 13 Stripes Brewery, 250 Mill St., Ste. PW3101 Dock Print Works No, 3, Taylors | $200 | Assemble your own cigar box guitar with Anthony Walker of Southpaw Cigar Box Guitars.
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From the editor
Festival
  • Twice the jazz, twice the fun. After a successful inaugural event, the Greenville Jazz Fest is doubling the music and entertainment next year. Mark your calendars for Friday, June 7 + Saturday, June 8, 2024.
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.
Coming Soon
  • Duckpin bowling, arcade games, and golf are coming to a new entertainment venue in downtown Greer at 315 Trade St. Featuring food, wine, beer, and craft cocktails, Trade Street Social will open in spring or summer 2024.
 
Real Estate

Renovating in GVL? 5 factors to consider.

Exterior of recently renovated under contract home listed by Joan Herlong.
We’re dreaming about this recently-renovated backyard oasis at a home now under contract with Joan Herlong in Stonebrook Farm. | Photo by Ben Ivins Photography
Is your home ready for a makeover? Whether it’s a big or small renovation, here are four tips from Joan Herlong & Associates Sotheby’s International Realty Realtors for making your renovation as painless as possible.

Bonus: These insights + tips are based on what’s best for your home equity and resale value.
  1. Know the market (or turn to the pros for advice).
  2. Agent Samantha Snyder recommends keeping future buyers in mind if it’s not your forever home.
  3. Agent Grace Herlong Loveless recommends ensuring you have the emotional capacity to handle the renovation process.
  4. Keep covenants, HOAs, and other neighborhood rules in mind.
  5. Factor in curb appeal.
Looking for a list of contractors, vendors, and other home improvement experts? Ask Joan Herlong & Associates Sotheby’s International Realty for their recommendations.*
Learn more pro tips from the experts
Great Escapes

Our guide to Miami, FL

Great Escapes: Our guide to Miami, FL

Miami, Star Island
Photo via Unsplash
Whether you are looking to circle the turquoise waters going breakneck speeds on a jet ski, watch a pro football game at Hard Rock Stadium, or even head indoors for the day at the Miami Seaquarium — here’s your guide to a few days in Miami that will have you screaming dalé.

Act like a local

Bonus message from our partner: If you’re looking to book this trip, Going offers all the affordable flight hacks from your home airport. Sign up here.*
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Drink
  • Summer is here, which means so too is aperol spritz season. Enjoy as many as you’d like (without regretting it the next day) when you make yours with Ritual Zero Proof’s aperitif alternative — an alcohol-free take on the Italian classic. Bonus: Use it to make the summery aperitif sour.*
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.*
Wellness
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