Hot homes: New Instagram account @homesofgvl is celebrating Greenville’s most unique properties
In 1910, the Earle Town House hosted a 100th anniversary party. | Photo by @homesofgvl
Do you ever drive around admiring Greenville’s beautiful homes? Is Zillow your most-opened app? If your answer is yes, we have a new Instagram account to put on your radar.
Meet @homesofgvl. From Tudors to cottages + mill houses to Craftsman, this new Instagram account highlights the old, the new, and the renovated around our city.
The account made its first post on Aug. 30, so when we say new… we mean new. We’re taking a look at some of its first posts to help you get ahead of the trend and on the follow train.
“The oldest home in Greenville”
The Earle Town House (pictured above) on James Street was previously believed to be built in 1810, making it one of the oldest structures in Greenville. However, @homesofgvl notes many historians now believe it was built in the 1820s or 1830s. Either way, it’s a beautiful historic property and is listed on the US National Register of Historic Places.
Straight out of a storybook
The green accents are so Greenville. | Photo by @homesofgvl
@homesofgvl says this has been one of its favorite downtown homes for quite some time with an entrance that gives “storybook vibes.”
Cozy up by the fire
We’re jealous of the chimney, but we’re more jealous Clare’s Creamery is nearby. | Photo by @homesofgvl
The star of this home in the Overbrook area is the chimney, according to @homesofgvl, but our favorite feature is the lozenge windows.
If you’re like us and can’t wait for more content, click the button below to give @homesofgvl a follow. The mystery poster tells us content is planned for the next few months, so there’s plenty to look forward to.
Songwriter’s Recipe | Thursday, Sept. 14 | 6-10 p.m. | Greenville ONE Center, 2 W. Washington St., Greenville | $145 | Enjoy an intimate performance from songwriters who have written for artists including Tim McGraw, Kelsey Ballerini, Brett Young, Jason Aldean, and Carrie Underwood.
Ben Folds| Thursday, Sept. 14 | 7:30 p.m. | Peace Center, 300 S. Main St., Greenville | $45-$65 | American singer-songwriter Ben Folds shares his newest collection, “What Matters Most.”
Monty Python’s “Spamalot”| Thursday, Sept. 14-Sunday, Sept. 24 | Times vary | Greenville Theatre, 444 College St., Greenville | $38-$40 | The 2005 Tony Award-winning Best Musical “Spamalot” tells the story of King Arthur and his Knights of the Round Table as they go on a quest to find the Holy Grail.
Friday, Sept. 15
Indie Craft Parade | Friday, Sept. 15-Saturday, Sept. 16 | Times vary | Timmons Arena at Furman University, 3300 Poinsett Hwy., Greenville | $8-$25 | Featuring 47 vendors, shop apparel, accessories, bath and body, candles, ceramics, fine art, kitchen, home goods, decor, jewelry, kids, and stationery.
Sippin’ in Simpsonville | Friday, Sept. 15 | 6-10 p.m. | Downtown Simpsonville, 105 W. Curtis St., Simpsonville | $45 | Sip local and regional wines, indulge in local bites, and groove to live music.
Saturday, Sept. 16
Feast by the Field | Saturday, Sept. 16-Sunday, Sept. 17 | Times vary | Fluor Field, 945 S. Main St., Greenville | $80-$95 | Sample to your heart’s content from chefs, breweries, winemakers, and regional distillers + learn new techniques from cooking demos.
Friday, Sept. 22
50 Years of Folly | Friday, Sept. 22-Sunday, Oct. 1 | Times vary | Folly Beach, Center Street, Folly Beach | Celebrate the 50th Anniversary of Folly Beach with street closure festivals, shagging and disco on the pier, a classic car show, a 20s-themed gala, classic carnival games, and more for all ages.*
Thursday, Sept. 28
I <3 the 90s Adult Night @ TCMU| Thursday, Sept. 28 | 7-10 p.m. | The Children’s Museum of the Upstate, 300 College St., Greenville | $75-$135 | Join The Children’s Museum of the Upstate for their adult-only event — ticket includes drink tickets, 90s desserts, trivia and art, a tasting with Thomas Creek Brewery + more.*
Lift your spirits this Halloween weekend at The Omni Grove Park Inn
Fun fact: The party is named after a supposed (friendly) permanent guest of the hotel known as the Pink Lady. | Photo provided by The Omni Grove Park Inn
Trick or treating is for the kids — but the Halloween parties are for the adults.
Spend Halloween weekend in the Blue Ridge Mountains and enjoy an evening of treats (no tricks) at The Omni Grove Park Inn’s Pink Lady Party on Sunday, Oct. 29 from 7-10 p.m.
The 21+ party includes themed cocktails, small plates, games, private tarot card readings, and live music to dance the night away in ghoulish delight. Guests can also warm up with sips from the hot cider station, vote for their favorite staff-carved pumpkin, and, of course, are encouraged to come dressed in costume.
Owner and founder Olivia Esquivel has taken full ownership of her restaurant Southern Pressed Juicery, marking the fourth Table 301 restaurant President and Founder Carl Sobocinski has sold to a partner in the last four years. Carl told the Post and Courier Greenville he hopes to “help others fulfill their dreams.”
Today Is
Lewis Barbecue’s one year anniversary. The restaurant is celebrating today, Sept. 14, with an all-day happy hour, plus guests dining in who purchase a pound of brisket receive a free sausage.
Number
$50,000. That’s now much Bon Secours St. Francis Health System awarded Rebuild Upstate, a nonprofit working to preserve affordable housing in Greenville. The grant will be used to fund local home repair projects for low-income senior citizens. (Greenville Journal)
Concert
Seeing Olivia Rodrigo tonight in 2024, it’s a bad idea right? The pop singer-songwriter is bringing her “GUTS” world tour to Charlotte on Friday, March 8 + Atlanta on Tuesday, July 23. Pro tip: Click on the show you’d like to attend and follow the instructions to register for a presale code by Sunday, Sept. 17.
Featured
Cheers.The Community Tap landed on Wine Enthusiast’s list “The Best Wine Shops of 2023 are Community Hubs.” It lauded how the shop’s team has sourced “some of the best wine from small, regional producers around the United States and Europe” calling The Community Tap “a real asset to the Greenville wine scene.”
Civic
The City of Greenville put down new sod at Timmons Park and says it’s stepping up parking enforcement. If you’re pickleballing, softballing, or disc golfing, make sure you park in a paved spot.
Announced
Congratulations to Penny S., the winner of our Indie Craft Parade giveaway. They’re heading to the First Dibs Party on Friday, September 15. Didn’t get tickets? You can still follow along on the Makers Collective Instagram or in person all weekend long.
Correction
Es tut uns leid (we’re sorry), Greenville. We got a little too excited yesterday when we said Tetrad was offering $5 mugs for Oktoberfest + free refills, but we misread. Tetrad is offering $15 mugs with $5 refills for its Oktoberfest celebration on Saturday, Sept. 16.
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Celebrate makers at the 2024 Indie Craft Parade
Which Once Again Sam piece are you taking home? | Photo by GVLtoday
You don’t have to look far in Greenville to find tons of creative makers — now imagine all the talent that’s scattered throughout the South. This Friday, Sept. 15 + Saturday, Sept. 16, 115+ artisans from all over the region will come together in one place at the Indie Craft Parade.
Where? Timmons Arena at Furman University, 3300 Poinsett Hwy.
When? Friday, Sept. 15 from 6-9 p.m. + Saturday, Sept. 16 from 9 a.m.-6 p.m.
How much? $25 for the Friday “First Dibs” party + $8 for Saturday general admission at the door — kids 16 and under are free on Saturday but need their own ticket on Friday.
Click the button below for more details + our list of local and visiting makers you can’t miss.
Euphoria — one of my favorite weekends of the year — kicks off tomorrow. In addition to the stacked lineup of events, I’m excited for the unofficial after parties. Friday night after Party in the Park, you’ll find me at Fork and Plough enjoying midnight brunch from 10 p.m. to 12 a.m. + Sunday night after Feast by the Field I’ll be celebrating Love Fest at Sum Bar starting at 5 p.m.
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