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🛹 Did someone say skatepark?

Airport District announces conceptual designs, including a skatepark
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The don’t call us Greenville for nothing. | Rendering by Arcadis via The City of Greenville
We’re flying high with excitement because of the new details unveiled for the Downtown Airport District — the City of Greenville’s focus area around the Greenville Downtown Airport (GMU) and Greenville Convention Center.

Conceptual designs along the proposed Runway Loop Trail — a 4.5-mile trail that would connect the entire Airport District’s perimeter — could include a skate park, a beer garden, and food venues. Plus, a few residential sites are approved for development including two multifamily developments + an apartment complex.

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Safety first. | Rendering by Arcadis via The City of Greenville

After hearing from the public, which asked for an affordable grocery store, the planning study brought forward the idea that the southwestern quadrant of Laurens Road and Pleasantburg Drive is a worth taking a look at as a potential site for a value grocer.

There are also conceptual plans for pedestrian-friendly sidewalks + traffic safety improvements.

If you need a refresh, the public priority projects are:
  • Improvements to Pleasantburg Drive, Laurens Road, and Haywood Road
  • District brand identity + way-finding signage
  • Realignments to Airport Road and Eisenhower + Exposition Drive
  • A community park and shared parking deck at the convention center
  • An airplane viewing platform along the Prisma Health Swamp Rabbit Trail
  • Safe neighborhood connectivity to the Prisma Health Swamp Rabbit Trail and district amenities
A rendering of a road with a bridge over it and an airplane taking flight above.

Paint with all the colors of the wind. | Rendering by Arcadis via The City of Greenville

The upgrades were proposed by the Airport District Planning Study — a planning effort aimed at combining the goals of the city with the “logistical requirements” of the Greenville Airport Commission — and public input.

Greenville’s Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and make a recommendation at its October meeting. After that, the ideas move to City Council. Comment on the plan until Friday, Sept. 29.
The Blood Connection
 
Events
Thursday, Sept. 7
  • Story Time and More | Thursday, Sept. 7 | 11 a.m.-12 p.m. | Camperdown Plaza, 20 E. Broad St., Greenville | Free | The Children’s Museum of the Upstate will read “The Ice Cream King” by Steve Metzger, illustrated by Julie Downing + Jeni’s Splendid Ice Cream will provide sweet treats.
  • Live Music | Thursday, Sept. 7 | 7-10:30 p.m. | Radio Room Greenville, 110 Poinsett Hwy., Greenville | $10-$12 | Rock out with Kiki and the Lobster, Sunset Electric, Just 4 Tonight, and D3RT.
Friday, Sept. 8
  • Bourbon and Ballet | Friday, Sept. 8 | 7-10 p.m. | Greenville Country Club, 239 Byrd Blvd., Greenville | $100 | Sip on bourbon and celebrate the arts at this event held to benefit Carolina Ballet Theatre — Greenville’s only professional ballet company.
  • Friends of the Library Used Book Sale | Friday, Sept. 8-Saturday, Sept. 9 | Times vary | Five Forks Branch Library, 104 Sunnydale Dr., Simpsonville | $5-$25 | Shop books, DVD, CDs, audio books, vintage books, and jigsaw puzzles — open to members only on Friday.
Saturday, Sept. 9
  • Upstate Record Swap | Saturday, Sept. 9 | 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.
Saturday, September 16
  • Marsh Music Opening Day | Saturday, Sept. 16 | 9 a.m.-5 p.m. | The Children’s Museum of the Upstate, 300 College Street, Greenville | Experience a state-of-the-art immersive music exhibit and be one of the first to follow Froggy through Marsh Music.*
Calendar of events here
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Edu

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This high school internship program is providing real-world experience
Presented by a GVLtoday Partner
A group of Christ Church Episcopal School student interns at Parkside Pediatrics.
This group of interns had a fantastic experience at Parkside Pediatrics. | Photo provided by Christ Church Episcopal School
The Internship Program at Christ Church Episcopal School (CCES) provides professional and service opportunities while encouraging career exploration among students.

Here’s how it works:
  • Students apply for a one- or two-week internship the summer before their senior year, with potential options for further development.
  • The full program, which begins fall of their junior year, includes writing a personal statement, going through the application and interview process, and exploring possible career options.
While interning, students are mentored by professionals invested in the students’ growth and development as they become the next generation of leaders in our community.

One participating student described her internship saying, “It’s one of the best things I did this summer. I met new people and learned a lot that will help and encourage me in my path to become an orthodontist.”

The experience was positive on both sides. “It was an honor and a privilege to have this young man in-clinic the past two weeks,” said one of the mentors. “We enjoyed his positive spirit, kindness to staff and clients, and his unwavering willingness to assist and learn.”

Interested in learning more about the Upper School at CCES? Check out the Upper School Preview on Friday, Sept. 29 from 10-11:30 a.m. or schedule a tour.
Learn more about the school
News Notes
Today Is
Number
  • $9 million. That’s how much United Way of Greenville County is investing in 48 community partners from 2024-2026. The grant recipients will receive annual funding ranging from $25,000 to $250,000 beginning in January. See the recipients. (Greenville Journal)
Theatre
  • Twelfth Night opens at Warehouse Theatre this Friday, Sept. 8 and runs through Sunday, Sept. 24. This show will kick of the theatre’s 50th season, and tickets are now on sale. The Bard would be proud.
Open
  • Wine House, located at 475 Haywood Rd., Ste. 8, now has an event venue in addition to its tasting room + retail shop. The Venue at Wine House is next to the shop, and this 1,500 sqft cocktail- style lounge is giving us Great Gatsby + “cool aunt’s house” vibes.
Shop
  • Memphis Fresh, a hand-poured candle and wax melt company, is hosting a September market at The Spinning Jenny, located at 107 Cannon St., Greer, on Saturday, Sept. 16 from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Shop 45 local vendors, get your face painted, pet your favorite critter at the petting zoo, and grab lunch. This is basically City Editor Stephanie’s dream day.
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Drink
  • The Greenville Drive has paired up with Homewood Suites by Hilton - Downtown for its Greenville Craft Beer Festival on Saturday, Oct. 21. Festival attendees can stay at the hotel for a discounted rate of $239/night + tax for the weekend. Book using the special booking link emailed after purchasing your ticket.*
Finance
  • This leading credit card touts 0% intro APR on balance transfers for guess how many months… with no annual fee. (Hint: The 0% intro APR period lasts until 2025.) Details revealed here.*
Giveaway
  • There are just 8 days left until Indie Craft Parade kicks off! We’re teaming up with the Makers Collective to give one subscriber two tickets to the First Dibs Party. Simply refer a friend to the daily newsletter using your unique referral link at the bottom of this email from now until Monday, September 11, 2023.
Holiday
  • Celebrate the holiday season at Kiawah Island Golf Resort, where sunshine and splendor mingle with decked halls and salt-kissed air. Enjoy fun festivities like Santa’s island arrival, the unveiling of a chocolate masterpiece, a tree-lighting ceremony, and award-winning Lowcountry holiday feasts. Start planning your holiday getaway.*
 
Plan Ahead

🎅 Santa Claus is coming to Greenville

Kringle Village + The Holiday Market team up this year for the ultimate holiday experience
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Kris Kringle + Know White are a match made in the North Pole. | Photo by GVLtoday
As City Editor Danielle says, “we’re officially in the -BER months,” and that means it’s time to start planning for the holidays. We know the perfect way to shop local, all in one place. Enter: Fluor Field’s Kringle Holiday Village.

Taking place this year from Friday, Dec. 8 to Sunday, Dec. 10, this fundraising event — benefiting Rotary Charities — features:
  • Shopping
  • Live music
  • Visits with Santa
  • A biergarten
  • A variety of food options
Tickets for the festival — which takes place inside the stadium — range from $12-$60, but District 356 will also be full of vendors, and admission to that portion of the festival is free. If you decide you need to shop the stadium, you can purchase day-of tickets at the Field Street + Main Street box offices.

A full list of vendors has not been announced yet, but will be closer to the market. We’ll make sure our friends at the North Pole keep you posted.
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The Wrap
 
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Today’s edition by:
Stephanie
I’ll be heading to the preview Twelfth Night tonight and I am so excited to see a fresh take on one of my favorite Shakespeare comedies. I used to intern at the Warehouse and I worked all the preview nights, so it feels nice to be on the other side of things.
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