Plus, Juniper launches a "low alcohol" cocktail list.
 
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Eastside Family YMCA’s new outdoor multi-sports complex
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Young man, take a walk up the street. | Photo provided by Hughes Agency
It’s fun to stay at the YMCA, especially when they unveil a new $2.4 million sports complex. The project broke ground in February of this year, and a ribbon cutting ceremony was held at the Eastside YMCA, located at 1250 Taylors Rd., in Taylors, on Monday, Sept. 18.

The new complex features:
  • An outdoor fitness patio
  • An airnasium (read: an outdoor sports facility)
  • A miniature soccer pitch + futsal court (read: a scaled down version of soccer)
The 30-year-old facility serves approximately 4,500 kids in its youth sports programs and has doubled the amount of members it was expected to have upon construction— but with these new upgrades, there’s no need to feel down.

Adults, pick yourselves off the ground. You too can break a sweat with volleyball, basketball, futsal + pickleball underneath the airnasium’s roof.

According to Scot Baddley, president and CEO of the YMCA of Greenville, they’re just getting started with the expansion. He says this upgrade is “the start of a multi-phase effort” to provide a “whole new level of service.”

We’re sure you’ll find many ways to find a good time.
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Events
Thursday, Sept. 21
  • “MJ: The Musical” | Thursday, Sept. 21-Sunday, Sept. 24 | Times vary | Peace Center, 300 S. Main St., Greenville | $69-$129 | Catch the multi-Tony Award® -winning new musical centered around the making of Michael Jackson’s 1992 Dangerous World Tour.
  • Planning Commission | Thursday, Sept. 21 | 4-6 p.m. | City Hall, 206 S. Main St., Greenville | Free | Give your input on things happening in Greenville.
Friday, Sept. 22
  • 2023 Oktoberfest Weekend | Friday, Sept. 22-Sunday, Sept. 24 | Times vary | Fireforge Crafted Beer, 311 E. Washington St., Greenville | Free | Wear your lederhosen and dirndl, or don a tasty pretzel necklace and be ready for stein hoisting and live polka throughout the weekend.
  • Food Truck Rollout | Friday, Sept. 22 | 5-8 p.m. | Greer City Park, 301 E. Poinsett St., Greer | Free entry | Bring your blankets or chairs for a night of live music and bites from several food trucks.
Saturday, Sept. 23
  • “We Didn’t Wait For Freedom": Civil War Narrative Quilts | Saturday, Sept. 23 | 10 a.m.-5 p.m. | Upcountry History Museum, 540 Buncombe St., Greenville | $9-$12 | In this quilt series, Vera Hall bridges the gap between history and her love of textiles with her quilt creations, honoring the lives of famous African Americans whose actions inspired change.
Saturday, Sept. 30
  • Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s | Saturday, Sept. 30 | 8 a.m. | Fluor Field, 945 South Main St., Greenville | Free | Join the Alzheimer’s Association to fight back against Alzheimer’s and all dementia, this 2-mile walk raises funds for research, care, and support.*
Calendar of events here
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Coming Soon

Vibey new hotel to open in Asheville’s River Arts District in October 2023
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Each room in The Radical Hotel features unique artwork by local artists. | Room photos by Matt Kisiday; lifestyle photos by Elder & Ash
In case you needed one more reason to visit Asheville this fall, The Radical Hotel — the very first hotel to open in AVL’s River Arts District, overlooking the French Broad — opens this October.

The Radical Hotel will feature 70 uniquely designed rooms, showcasing one-of-a-kind art by Asheville artists in each. Along with luxe amenities and accessibility options, the hotel will bring with it three new food and beverage destinations, helmed by Jacob Sessoms, the local James Beard-nominated chef of Table and All Day Darling.
  • Golden Hour: Wood-fired pub and chophouse with full bar centered around locally-sourced, farm-driven ingredients; open daily for dinner and brunch on weekends
  • Afterglow: Breakfast, lunch, and lounge spot offering espresso, drip, housemade bread and pastries in the a.m.; cocktails, light bites, and party vibes in the p.m.
  • The Roof: Dramatic sunsets, stunning river views, cocktails, food, and revelry
Pro tip: Snag the Early Access pre-opening offer (up to 20% off + a locally curated gift) before the Leaf Season rush.
Get up to 20% off your next AVL weekend getaway
News Notes
Development
  • The Bowater Building, located at 55 E. Camperdown Way, will be up for sale in the next few weeks, and the ~2.4-acre property + adjacent parking garage will likely be listed between the low-to-mid-$40 millions. (Upstate Business Journal)
Number
  • 750,000. That how many people have ridden on the Prisma Health Swamp Rabbit Trail since 2021, which equals ~400,000 pounds of carbon saved. How many miles on the trail have you contributed? Let us know.
Traffic
  • Greenlink is offering “Fare Free Day” in celebration of World Car Free Day on Friday, Sept. 22. Sponsored by Greenville Connects, leave the car at home and save on gas money.
Drink
  • Cocktail lovers who want to cut back on booze, rejoice. Juniper, located at 315 S. Main St., has just dropped a low-alcohol menu. Featuring drinks that are 6% ABV or lower, you can sip smarter, not harder.
Wellness
  • Want to be the best version of yourself? We’ll let you in on a secret: It starts taking care of yourself. In recognition of National Self-Care Awareness Month, we’re sharing six local ways to practice self-care this September. And ICYMI, this was part of our second edition of GVL Wellness. See the latest edition.*
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.*
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