07.07.2023

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Culture

Win a choose-your-own-adventure Wild Dunes vacation

Presented by a GVLtoday Partner

Enter to win a dream vacation in this or one of two other gorgeous Wild Dunes beach houses. | Photo provided by Lowes Foods

Could you use a vacation? How about five nights in a vacation house at Wild Dunes Resort?

Lowes Foods is hosting a sweepstakes for Lowes Foods Vacation Ambassadors. One lucky winner (and up to five guests, ages 21+) will enjoy one of these dream beach trips:

Beach Oasis

Spend your days in Wild Dunes relaxing by your own private pool, then sip evening cocktails on the rooftop deck watching the sunset. When it’s time for dinner, enjoy the huge gourmet kitchen where everyone can gather. This package comes with chairs, beach games, and more to get you around the resort.

Heart of the Resort

This package is at the center of the action. Vacationers can easily walk to the boardwalk, beach, and multiple pools. It includes a cabana rental and time in the beautiful Spa at Sweetgrass.

Marina Life

Calling all nature lovers who want to spend time with dolphins. Drop your kayak (included with this package) in the water and enjoy an eco-tour and chartered boat ride. Bonus: A Lowcountry Boil on Capers Island.

No matter which vacation the winner chooses, the cupboards and fridge will be fully stocked, courtesy of Lowes Foods. They will also win:

Free Lowes Foods To Go for a year
A chef-prepared dinner with an accompanying local musician
A chef-prepared picnic lunch
A private wine tasting and pairing
An excursion to local breweries
And more.

So, what’s the catch? As a Lowes Foods Ambassador, your excursions will be documented for sharing. Think of it as being a vacation influencer — but don’t worry, you’ll have plenty of time to enjoy the house on your own.

Entries are open now through August 27, and winners will be selected on August 28. Good luck, GVL.

Learn more and enter to win

Events

Friday, July 7

Greenville Heritage Main Street Fridays | Friday, July 7 | 5:30-9:30 p.m. | NOMA Square, 220 N. Main St., Greenville | Free | Groove into the weekend to live music from The Night Affair Band.
Speak Now (Taylor’s Version) Listening Party | Friday, July 7 | 7 p.m. | Group Therapy Pub & Playground, 320 Falls St., Ste. G, Greenville | Free | Drop Everything Now for a Swiftie costume contest, a Taylor Swift sing-off, Taylor-themed Karaoke, a free photo booth, $10 mini golf, and speciality Taylor-themed cocktails and mocktails.

Saturday, July 8

Saturdays on the District | Saturday, July 8 | 5-7 p.m. | District 356, 225 Field St., Greenville | Free entry | Before every Saturday Drive home game, enjoy a party for the whole family.
Paint & Sip Hocus Pocus Trivia Night | Saturday, July 8 | 5 p.m. | Wine & Design Greenville, 1175 Woods Crossing Rd., Greenville | $39 | Show off your knowledge while you paint at this adults-only event.

Sunday, July 9

Sundays at 2: Shakespeare in the Galleries | Sunday, July 9 | 2-3 p.m. | Greenville County Museum of Art, 420 College St., Greenville | Free | Take a journey to the magical fairy forest with the Greenville Shakespeare Company’s “A Midsummer Night’s Dream.”
The Great Greenville Baking Class | Sunday, July 9 | 2-4 p.m. | The Gallery at M. Judson Booksellers, 130 S. Main St., Ste. 200, Greenville | $65-$100 | Bake your Camilla Kitchen favorites with Pastry Chef Leslie.

Have a great weekend

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News Notes

Coming Soon

Time to dine Al Fresco at The Vista. The “upscale casual neighborhood restaurant” is building a new patio at the corner of Augusta and Faris. Construction is expected to be complete in the next two weeks. Follow along on Instagram for updates.

Eat

Moo Hogz BBQ is back at Hampton Station and has new hours. Stop by Saturdays in July (the 15, 22 + 29) from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. for a taste of brisket, pulled pork, and other barbecue favorites.

Development

Fellowship Greenville purchased the Adams Mill Road YMCA (across Highway 14 from the Simpsonville Fire Station) for $5.5 million + will open a Golden Strip church location in 2024. The Y plans to expand its Brookwood Place location to accommodate more members. (The Post and Courier Greenville)

Community

The Drive is hosting theme nights this whole weekend at Fluor Field. Tonight is Nickelodeon Night featuring Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles jerseys. Tomorrow, it’s special Marvel Defenders of the Diamond jerseys and a meet-and-greet with Spider-Man. On Sunday, First Responders get in free + catch local police, fire, and EMS vehicles on display on District 356.

Featured

Hotel Hartness landed in the Forbes article “These New Hotels Await An Anticipated Surge Of Travelers.” The publication highlighted the hotel’s “luxurious accommodations, elevated dining, and resort-style amenities.”

Wellness

Hear this: The world’s first hearing aids featuring dual processing — and backed by cutting-edge German technology — were just unveiled by Hear.com. Transform your hearing with a 45-day, no-risk trial and join the 385,000+ customers hearing with double the power and double the clarity.*

Finance

Refinance rates are skyrocketing. But home equity rates remain relatively low — which means that now is a great time to borrow against your home. Calculate your payment.*

Family

School’s out, and the kids are home — which means more family time. Want to spend time together developing healthy habits this summer? Check out this list of activities for the whole family.*

Biz

If you’re grinding away at a post-grad degree, taking online classes, launching a business, or just good ol’ working this summer, coworking at Endeavor offers a flexible place to focus. Check out month-to-month membership and day pass options for students + professionals.*

Job

Want to get paid for your opinions? GVL Research is offering $30-$100 to their consumer research participants. Sign up to be in-the-know about upcoming studies. Psst… they only take a few minutes.*

Drink Up

Celebrate the happiest hour with Six & Twenty

Sip on a drink that’s uniquely Greenville. | Photo by Six & Twenty

Cheers, GVL. We’re continuing our celebration of Greenville’s beverage scene for Drink Up. Stop by Six & Twenty today for a Drink Up GVL Happy Hour from 4 to 8 p.m.

Enjoy $3 off the Greenville Gimlet made with Six & Twenty’s Double Made Gin (featuring honeysuckle and citrus flavors), lime, and Sugar. Plus, indulge in the Francis Flatbread for $10.

Shoutout

Happy birthday, GVLtoday members Bess Welch and Kami Turner (July 13). We hope your special day is filled with all of your favorite things in Greenville! — GVLtoday team

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The Wrap

Today’s edition by:
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From the editor

Happy Speak Now (Taylor’s Version) release day to all who celebrate. I have a bonus event for the Swifties: Sip Whiskey & Wine Bar is hosting a “Long Live Taylor” listening + dance parTAY on Thursday, July 13 at 7:30 p.m. Get tickets.

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