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🌮 More tacos please

Papi’s Tacos opened a second location and already announced another expansion
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The new mural is spec-taco-ular. | Photo by GVLtoday
This is the kinda news we want to share on National Taco Day. On the heels of opening its second location, Papi’s Tacos already has plans to expand.

Located in the West End at 21 Augusta St. (near Eggs Up Grill), the Mexican restaurant by Jorge “Papi” Barrales Sr. features an expanded menu + a full-service bar.

If you’re a fan of the original RiverPlace location, don’t worry. There are no plans to close anytime soon, but you will see some changes as the restaurant updates its vibe to match the new location.

And the good news doesn’t stop there. Jorge Barrales Jr. — who runs the business with his dad — tells us Papi’s just signed an agreement to take over the storefront next to its new location, the former Hoover Appliance Store.

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They hope to preserve some of the original mural. | Photo by GVLtoday

“We want to honor the history there,” Barrales Jr. tells us of the early plans for the expansion. He referenced The Jones Oyster Co.’s nods to the furniture store that came before it.

We previously told you about a proposal to bring a new Sweet Sippin’ location to that building, but Barrales Jr. says they were offered the building last month, just before opening the new location.

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We can’t wait to sip some tequila out here. | Photo by GVLtoday

The plan is to expand the bar, add more seating, and keep growing. Plus, you’ll soon be able to enjoy your favorite tacos and cocktails outdoors with large garage doors on the side of the building opening up to green space with tables and a small stage. Barrales Jr. tells us there will be fiestas in the space in the future, and we can’t wait.
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Events
Wednesday, Oct. 4
  • Create Your Own Ceramic Ghost | Wednesday, Oct. 4 | 12:30-2:30 p.m. | Wild Hare Gallery and Studios, 212 N. Poinsett Hwy., Travelers Rest | $65 | Get into the spooky spirit and take home your very own ceramic specter.
  • Learn the Shag | Wednesday, Oct. 4 | 6-10 p.m. | Spare Time Entertainment, 822 Congaree Rd., Greenville | $0-$10 | Join the Carolina Shag Club for a beginner dance class at 6 p.m. and an intermediate class at 6:40 p.m. before a free social dance for dancers of all skill levels.
Thursday, Oct. 5
  • Moonlight Movies | Thursday, Oct. 5 | 5-10 p.m. | Falls Park, 601 S. Main St., Greenville | Free entry | Grab your blanket and enjoy “Star Wars: Return of the Jedi” as you snack on popcorn from Poppington’s.
Friday, Oct. 6
  • Amend Market Re-opening Celebration | Friday, Oct. 6 | 6-9 p.m. | Amend Market, 1296B Pendleton St., Greenville | Free entry | Celebrate the grand opening of this sustainable refill shop that recently relocated to The Village of West Greenville.
Saturday, Oct. 7
  • Greenville Fall Wine Festival | Saturday, Oct. 7 | 1-5 p.m. | Fluor Field, 945 S. Main St., Greenville | $55-$115 | At this 21+ festical, sip on 50+ wines, seltzers, and beers as you enjoy live entertainment at the ballpark.
Tuesday, Oct. 17
  • Middle School Preview | Tuesday, Oct. 17 | 8:30-10 a.m. | Christ Church Episcopal School, 245 Cavalier Dr., Greenville | Free | Learn more about all the opportunities CCES offers from faculty, students, and parents.*
Calendar of events here
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Wellness

3 hair thinning FAQs (and how Nutrafol can help)
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In a clinical study, 90% of women saw overall improvement in their hair after six months of taking Nutrafol Womens Hair Growth Supplement. | Photos provided by Nutrafol
Q: Does menopause affect hair?
A: As menopause begins, estrogen and progesterone decline, potentially contributing to thinning.

Q: Does hair change as you age?
A: Yes. Root causes of thinning change over time, so Nutrafol created multiple formulas for different life stages.

Q: Will Nutrafol work on my hair type?
A: Nutrafol was formulated to promote hair growth for all hair types.
Learn more about Nutrafol hair growth supplements
These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.
News Notes
Ranked
  • No. 4. That’s where Condé Nast Traveler ranked Greenville on its list of America’s best small cities in the magazine’s 2023 readers’ choice awards — our city’s highest ranking yet. This is the seventh straight year Greenville made the list.
Announced
  • This is out of this world. Astrophysicist Dr. Neil deGrasse Tyson will speak at the Peace Center on Wednesday, March 14, 2024. His talk explores The Cosmic Perspective, which sees Earth as a planet in a vast empty universe. Tickets go on sale this Friday, Oct. 6, at 10 a.m.
Festival
  • Prost. Oktoberfest will take over NOMA Square this Friday, Oct. 6 + Saturday, Oct. 7. Enter the bratwurst eating or stein holding competitions, drink beer, and dance the weekend away to the live bands.
Eat
  • Have you ever wanted to learn from a James Beard Award semifinalist? Chef Dayna Lee of Comal 864 will lead a tamale workshop at her restaurant on Oct. 22 + Oct. 29 at 11 a.m. Learn what you knead to know about masa,the perfect tamale roll, and frying techniques.
Number
  • $17.5 million. That’s how much Clemson University’s Department of Public Health Sciences was awarded by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to improve infectious disease outbreak detection and response. The project will work with Prisma Health and other state health organizations.
Tech
  • FEMA plans to test its Emergency Alert system today, between 2:20 and 2:50 p.m. This means your phone will receive a message from the federal agency around that time frame. Remember: This is a test.
Arts
  • Mark your calendar for the 2023 installment of Greenville Open Studios, happening Nov. 11-12. Did you know? This exciting tradition, which started small and evolved into a full-fledged annual event, is now in its 21st year.*
Finance
Correction
  • We ate too many pickles. The Piedmont Pickle Festival at Carolina Bauernhaus takes place on Sunday, Oct. 8, not Saturday.
 
Development

A new community hub

Mill Village Ministries has a new community hub
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Mill Village Ministries has a lot to celebrate. | Photo by Preston Bailey for Mill Village Ministries
Mill Village Ministries has a new community hub in The Village of West Greenville with its four enterprises — Mill Village Farms, Village Wrench, Village Launch, and Village Engage — under one roof.
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This was 12+ years in the making. | Photo by Mill Village Ministries

This $5.5+ million redevelopment project transformed a 14,000-sqft building on Pendleton Street into a space that, by 2030, will:
  • Repair 15,000 bikes
  • Train 2,200 local teenagers
  • Deliver 230,000 produce boxes
  • Launch 1,700 entrepreneurs
Learn more about Mill Village’s work in the Greenville community.
The Buy

Long Buy Group B 10.4.23 (Affiliate + Six & Main)
For soap that does the most
Salt & Ash Soap Co.'s Peppermint Eucalyptus Bar Soap. Relax and treat yourself this fall with this clean ingredient skincare line.

For skin pampering
Roosevelt Supply Co’s Anti-Aging Face Lotion, which will keep skin looking fresh and youthful.

To get your Halloween on
These Halloween glass can cups. Because Halloween ghosts have never looked cuter — plus they’re sold from a Star Seller on Etsy (read: smooth shipping + great reviews).

For cozy moments
This best-selling crewneck sweater. The comfy, pullover shape can be customized to your style, thanks to colors from nutmeg to apricot to rose red.

To upgrade outdoor seating
This heated, cushioned folding chair with three heat settings. Because camping, lounging, and cheering from the sidelines doesn’t have to be uncomfortable.
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The Wrap
 
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Today’s edition by:
Danielle
From the editor
Hey, Greenville. Long time no see. I just got back from a trip to Alaska with my husband. I’ve missed writing for you + I’m very excited to be back. I’m even more excited that this first newsletter after vacation includes some breaking taco news. Papi’s Tacos never disappoints, and I hope you’ll swing by to check out the new spot.
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