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New food, who’s this?

Celebrate the grand opening of The Commons Phase II
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Plus, there are more places to grab a seat. | Photo by GVLtoday
Remember when we told you about 18 new tenants coming to The Commons phase two? We now know some of the local food spots that will be serving in the food hall starting next year.

First reported by The Post and Courier Greenville, you’ll soon be able to:
  • Get a taste of Indian street food at Indigo Kitchen
  • Satisfy your sweet tooth at LaRue at the Commons
  • Grab a smoothie, juice, or salad at Kuka Juice
  • Indulge in smoked meats at MooHogz Craft BBQ
  • Have a pizza party featuring sourdough crust and fresh sauces at Luna Pizzeria
  • Chow down on ramen, pho, and carbonara at Noodle Night
DYK Luna Pizzeria and Noodle Night are from Chef Alex George, owner of Golden, Brown & Delicious?

Phase two of the food hall and community hub broke ground in April and is expected to be complete by late spring or early summer 2024.

The Parker Group, the developers behind the project, says the 30,000-sqft, two-story expansion will integrate The Commons with Unity Park and the surrounding area.

It won’t stop there. Plans are already in the early stages for phase three of The Commons, and The Parker Group says there will be “so many other exciting things” when we look at The Commons in a decade.

Click the button below for the full feature from The Post and Courier Greenville breaking down the inspiration behind these concepts.
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Events
Wednesday, Aug. 30
  • Salsa Dance Class | Wednesday, Aug. 30 | 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.
  • Street Art 101 Workshop | Wednesday, Aug. 30 | 6:30-8 p.m. | Berea Arts & Retro, 1601 Cedar Lane Rd., Ste. 15, Greenville | $35 | Grab your spray paint for this interactive class and create an original piece of pop style street art.
Thursday, Aug. 31
  • Cloud Games: Solo Exhibition by Teresa Roche | Wednesday, Aug. 30-Friday, Sept. 1 | 10 a.m.-5 p.m. | Art & Light Gallery, 16 Aiken St., Greenville | Free | The body of work included in “Cloud Games” explores the various modes of expression of the sky and the observation of clouds.
  • Jacob Johnson | Thursday, Aug. 31 | 7:30-9:30 p.m. | Sigal Music Museum, 516 Buncombe St., Greenville | $5-$20 | Enjoy live music with Jacob Johnson + take a peek at the exhibits at the museum.
Friday, Sept. 1
  • First Fridays Gallery Crawl | Friday, Sept. 1 | 6-9 p.m. | Multiple locations | The Metropolitan Arts Council invites you to navigate Greenville’s visual arts scene each month as galleries and venues are open to the public.
  • Sippin’ Safari | Friday, Sept. 1 | 6:30-9:30 p.m. | Greenville Zoo, 150 Cleveland Park Dr., Greenville | $35-$100 | Explore the zoo after hours as you enjoy wine and hors d’oeuvre pairings from local restaurants + craft beer in the 13 Stripes Brewery Beer Garden.
Calendar of events here
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Eat

Food

Looking for bangin’ barbecue in the Upstate?
Presented by a GVLtoday Partner
Home Team BBQ
Home Team BBQ is open daily for lunch and dinner from 11 a.m.-10 p.m. and offers a late night limited menu from 10 p.m.-midnight. | Photo provided by Home Team BBQ
If mouthwatering barbecue sounds good right about now, head over to Home Team BBQ, a family-friendly restaurant beside the new Swamp Rabbit Trail extension (that now connects to Holland Park).

Home Team BBQ offers creative daily specials, great tunes, and an extensive bar program (we recommend the signature frozen cocktails, Gamechanger + Irish Coffee). Slow-smoked meat is the center of the menu, surrounded by shareable appetizers, traditional sides, delicious salads, and twists on the classics (think: BBQ nachos, carnitas tacos, and smoked chicken wings).

As the weather cools off and we head into fall, folks can use the greenspace beside the restaurant as a picnic area — so bring a yard game, be ready to hang out, or simply use the space to get the kids’ wiggles out before dinner.

Interested in taking the team home? Catering, pick-up, delivery, and full service events are also available.
Check out the lunch + dinner menu
News Notes
State
  • Governor Henry McMaster has issued Executive Order 2023-29, declaring a State of Emergency in anticipation of Hurricane Idalia for SC. Local meteorologists predict Greenville will see remnants of the storm (read: isolated showers + wind gusts) on Wednesday.
Announced
  • We don’t think its Too Much to tell you Dave Matthews Band will be performing its Fall 2023 Tour at the Bon Secour Wellness Arena on Wednesday, Nov. 8. General tickets go on sale on Friday, Sept. 15 at 10 a.m.
Concert
  • That wasn’t the only big Bon Secour Wellness Arena announcement we got yesterday. Country music star Zach Bryan will be in Greenville on Sunday, May 5 + Monday, May 6. Tickets go on sale at 10 a.m. on Friday, Sept. 8.
Development
  • The Greenville conference center project that’s been on hold since 2016 could soon move forward with a smaller budget. The new plans aim to reduce costs while still maintaining the quality of the facility by potentially adding a hotel to absorb some of the operational cost. (The Post and Courier Greenville)
Drink
Closed
  • The Irish Pub, located at 214 N. Pleasantburg Dr., will be closed for a few weeks to switch from a private club to a public club. Volleyball leagues will continue Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Sundays + the kitchen will open from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. No alcohol will be served. (Upstate Business Journal)
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Health
  • Head over to the Greenville Drive tonight for its annual Prisma Health Celebration + get to District 356 before the game to get an up-close look at Prisma’s fleet of health vehicles.*
Weather
  • Look up. Tonight’s full moon is not only the second one this month (aka a blue moon); it’s also the last supermoon we’ll see until 2032, appearing 8% bigger and 16% brighter than usual. Check local charts for the best time to view. Bonus: shop for telescopes. (NPR)
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.*
Seasonal
  • Looking for plans this week? We have you covered. The last Downtown Alive of the summer is happening Thursday night. Head to Main St. from 5:30-8:30 p.m. to enjoy a cold drink, live music, and local art on display in the Metropolitan Arts Council tent. Bonus: Admission is free.*
Wellness
  • ICYMI, our latest edition of GVL Wellness in partnership with Prisma Health features: five back-to-school tips, healthy eating on-the-go, a local urban farm gets featured, at-home workout inspo, and more. Subscribe.*
Watch
  • For those struggling with obesity, life can become limited by pain, discomfort, and increasing medical conditions. While bariatric surgery isn’t always the first choice, the procedure can be life changing. Hear from a real-life bariatric patient — and see if bariatric surgery is right for you.*
Arts
  • We’re excited to welcome Sprouted Scribbles, a Greenville-based business featuring unique art, to our online shop (Six & Main). Fun products include a Greenville coloring book, stickers, and postcards. Shop now.
 
Category

🌳 All bark, no bite

Greenville City Council approves $1.1 million for tree canopy
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Greenville lives up to its name. | Photo by James Simpson Photography
We see trees of green. Greenville’s “Open Space Fund” — designed to preserve the tree canopy — has exceeded $1.1 million, and spending priorities have been approved.

In a recent meeting, the City Council accepted a staff report that recommended these priorities:
  • Purchasing land within the city limits for tree planting
  • Funding landscaping and trees in affordable housing projects
  • Expanding tree planting on private property
In accordance with the Landscape and Tree Preservation Ordinance — established for the protection and replacement of trees — property owners can either replace trees or pay a fee to the fund when trees are removed. The mission is to regrow the tree canopy without hindering development

How can you help? The City is asking residents to identify “heat islands” (read: areas that experience higher temperatures than outlying areas) to “reduce utility costs and enhance quality of life.” Stay green, Greenville.
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Eat
  • Fall into the season of baking with Adams Apple Co biscuit mixes. You’ll have all the ingredients you’ll need to create a delicious apple-based treat.
Drink
  • Hosting a dinner party this fall? Treat your guests to one-of-a-kind laser-etched glasses from CEB Studio. Find your city’s design here.
Wellness
  • The best thing to scoop into your coffee (or tea, or smoothies) daily? Collagen that’s grass-fed, pasture-raised, and has 18 grams of protein per serving. Enter: NativePath’s Collagen Peptides.
Outdoors
  • Pro tip: Use a propane-powered fire pit for an easy, smokeless burn. This Amazon Basics gas fire pit makes a great home patio addition or camping buddy.
Home
  • The piece of furniture we’re drooling over: this Poly & Bark leather ottoman pouf in cognac brown. Hello, soft leather and beautiful living room.
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The Wrap
 
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Today’s edition by:
Stephanie
Fun fact about me: I referee and play sand volleyball at the Irish Pub, and I can’t wait for them to be back open to the public. Yelling “SERVE” 50+ times a day just doesn’t feel right without the customers staring at me.
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