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Make an impact by submitting a project proposal for Leadership Greenville
A group of people and small children cut a green ribbon to a playground.
Past service projects include playground updates. | Photo via Leadership Greenville.
You have just a few days left to submit your proposal for this year’s Leadership Greenville service projects initiative.

Have you ever enjoyed a picnic at Shoeless Joe Jackson Memorial Park or taken a quiet moment at Shriners Hospital’s rooftop garden? These were both completed by participants of a 10-month leadership development program — Leadership Greenville.

In fact, you can see Leadership Greenville’s impact all around the city. Check out the map of previous projects.

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Shoeless Joe Jackson Memorial Park was a Class 25 project, installing a picnic area + playground.

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Photo via Greenville County Rec

Every year, Leadership Greenville invites local nonprofits to submit proposals for service projects. But this year is particularly special — this class marks the 50th anniversary of the program. This year’s proposals will be presented to Leadership Greenville Class 50 in September for each project team to make their selection. The chosen projects will be completed by May 2024.

Ready to apply? The due date is Friday, June 30. Your organization will need to provide a project statement + a list of estimated expenses.

We got the inside scoop on what makes a project proposal pop. Here are some tips on perfecting that proposal from Ryan Heafy — Leadership Greenville Class 40 alum and one of GVLtoday’s cofounders:
  • Keep expenses low. The cap is $25,000, but Ryan recommends going for under $10,000. He also advises giving the team time to fundraise.
  • The project should be completed within a six to nine-month time frame, but be flexible to change. Ryan recommends limiting a project’s labor time to 10-20 hours of on-site work.
  • Add value to the community. How does your project both benefit the community and provide opportunities for the members of the Leadership Greenville team to grow?
Ryan’s big-picture advice? Remember “SMARTIE.” Make sure your project is: Strategic, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-bound, Inclusive, and Equitable.

Click the link below to apply.
Apply here
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Events

Tuesday, June 27
  • Tuesday in Town Farmers Market | Tuesday, June 27-Tuesday, Aug. 29 | 4:30-7:30 p.m. | Greer City Park, 301 E. Poinsett St., Greer | Free entry | Shop 30+ curated farmer, produce, and maker vendors, plus enjoy live music and multiple food options.
  • Art & Light x Anchorage Exhibit featuring Hannah Yanetsko | Tuesday, June 27-Saturday, July 15 | 5-9:30 p.m. | The Anchorage Restaurant, 586 Perry Ave., Greenville | Free entry | Artist Hannah Yanetsko’s collection of work, “The Space Between Love and Mystery,” is part of the quarterly Anchorage Exhibition Series curated by Art & Light Gallery.
Wednesday, June 28
  • June Tea | Wednesday, June 28 | 3-4:30 p.m. | Sigal Music Museum, 516 Buncombe St., Greenville | $25 | Join Sigal Music Museum to enjoy savories, sweets, and other fancies at this afternoon tea.
  • WOOFSTOCK 2023 | Wednesday, June 28 | 6:30-8 p.m. | Camperdown Plaza, 20 E. Broad St., Greenville | Free | Spend the evening enjoying live music, cold beverages, and tons of fun for you + your favorite four-legged friend (leashed, please).*
Thursday, June 29
  • Moonlight Movies | Thursday, June 29 | 7 p.m. | Greer City Park, 301 E. Poinsett St., Greer | Free entry | Watch “The Bad Guys” under the stars at this summer outdoor movie series.
Friday, June 30
  • Twin Creeks Lavender Farm UPICK Event | Friday, June 30, Saturday, July 1, Sunday, July 2 | 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 lemonade, and farm activities.
  • Weekends at Unity | Friday, June 30-Sunday, Oct. 29 | 10 a.m.-8 p.m. | Unity Park, 320 S. Hudson St., Greenville | Free entry | Enjoy a sweet treat from one food vendor every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from April-October.
Saturday, July 1
  • TD Saturday Market | Saturday, July 1-Saturday, Oct. 28 | 8 a.m.-12 p.m. | Main Street, Greenville | Free entry | Shop 85 local vendors, listen to live music, and stroll through downtown Greenville.
Sunday, July 2
  • Full Moon Circle Sound Bath Meditation | Sunday, July 2-Tuesday, Dec. 26 | Times vary | Raven & Moon, 413 SE Main St., Simpsonville | Free | Welcome the full moon and find your zen at this circle and sound bath meditation — bring blankets, mats, pillows, and anything that makes you feel comfortable.
Plan the rest of June
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News Notes
Civic
  • Meet Assistant City Manager Shannon Lavrin. City Council appointed her as the first female City Manager in Greenville history, promoting her from her previous role as Assistant City Manager + swearing her in at last night’s meeting. Congratulations, Shannon. (Greenville Journal)
Eat
  • Mike’s Cheesesteaks & Roast Pork is on the move. The sandwich shop will relocate from Gather GVL, where it was a founding tenant, to 1700 E. North St. in Overbrook. The move comes with a “marriage” to Harry’s Hoagie Shoppe — may their union be as strong as that between onions + cheese.
Closed
  • Fox/hound — located in Hampton Station — announced it will close for four weeks. No reason for the closure was shared, but according to an Instagram post from the owners, you can “stay tuned for updates.”
Edu
  • Carolina + Clemson will each freeze in-state tuition — the fourth year in a row Clemson is freezing rates and the fifth year for Carolina. It’s nice to be local — USC will raise out-of-state tuition by 3% while Clemson is also freezing out-of-state tuition.
Sports
  • Return of the Triumph. Greenville Triumph’s Star Wars night is on Saturday, August 5. The first 1,500 fans will receive a lightsaber at the gate. Tickets start at $10 — or buy the bundle and get a Star Wars-themed Triumph t-shirt.
Rank
  • No. 9. That’s how Greenville ranked on the list of “Top U.S. Metros for Corporate Retreats.” The ranking is based on a number of factors — including accommodations, team-building establishments, and the amount of coworking spaces. For a communal work vibe, check out Endeavor in the heart of downtown at 1 N. Main St.
Community
  • Speaking of Endeavor, did you know? Endeavor doubles as a luxury event space. With downtown views, a dazzling interior, and some of GVL’s favorite hotels + restaurants right around the corner, host your next special event (think: shower, corporate dinner, awards ceremony, wedding welcome parties) at Endeavor. Explore the website for event inspo, bookings + more.*
Development
Shop
  • We’re excited to introduce Trailblazing Love, the newest brand added to our online store (Six & Main). From camping to coastal adventures, this local business inspires couples to explore the world and nurture their relationships through outdoor-based activity boxes. Shop the perfect activity box now.
Travel
  • Wanna save 40-90% on flights? Sign up for Going — a free travel membership — and you can browse deals immediately (like a $300+ round trip to Barcelona).*
Kids

Travel and Outdoors

Let’s play bug bingo
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What’s your favorite bug? | Graphic by GVLtoday and 6AM City
Grown-ups, do you have a kid who loves creepy-crawlies? Give them this field guide to local bug finding.

To be an expert bug hunter, you need:
  • A magnifying glass
  • A phone to take pictures with
  • A notepad to write down your discoveries
Now that you have everything, you’re ready to play bug bingo. Here are a few of our favorite local bugs:

Bee
Bees are one of the most important insects. They carry pollen on their fuzzy legs, which helps plants grow.

Where to find it: There are plenty of bees at the Henderson Meadow Interpretative Pollinator Garden in Conestee Nature Preserve.

Caterpillar
Caterpillars are the larvae — a fancy word for “young” — of moths and butterflies.

Where to find it: Check out The Butterfly Garden at Roper Mountain Science Center.

Tap the button below for cool facts and hints about where the bugs might be. Don’t forget to send us any discoveries you’ve made.
Field guide to bugs
The Wrap
 
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Today’s edition by:
Jessalin
From the editor
This is your sign to consider applying for Leadership Greenville’s program next spring. It definitely worked out for our co-founders, Ryan Heafy and Ryan Johnston (Class 40). Rumor has it that they hatched the idea for GVLtoday while in Leadership Greenville.
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