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🎿 Oh, what fun

The Après Ski Lodge Bar & Lounge is now open at The Press Room for the holiday season
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Warm up by the (faux) fire. | Photo by GVLtoday
We know we haven’t passed Halloween on the calendar yet, but we have some exciting holiday season news we just can’t hold in any longer. The Press Room — a speakeasy hidden inside the AC Hotel Greenville — will assume a new identity for the holiday season. Meet: The Après Ski Lodge Bar & Lounge, a new pop-up winter wonderland opening November 9 and running through February 2024.

In partnership with champagne house Veuve Clicquot, the concept is set to transport you to a high-end winter resort and ski lodge, capturing an après ski (read: French for “after skiing”) vibe described as “alpine cabin comfort with a flair for the quirky.”

The “one-of-a-kind” pop-up is said to feel like a members-only club — but don’t worry, there’s no membership required.

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‘Tis the ski-son.

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Photo by Melissa Brewer

The decor

“The vibe is inspired by the legendary memories of friends loosening their boots and reuniting over drinks after an epic day on the slopes,” the AC Hotel describes.

The cozy speakeasy will feature ski-themed decor as you’re transported to the base of a 14,000-sqft slope in the French Alps with a yeti welcoming you as you step inside. Relax by the fireplace as the staff serves you in their knit caps and puffer vests.

The menu

Sip on handcrafted cocktails from the limited edition menu. While they’re keeping the specifics under wraps for now, we know the drinks will have on-theme names like “Yeti or Not, Here We Come” and “Ski Patrol.” Plus, munch on shareable snacks like truffle-infused popcorn and artisan beef jerky as you and your crew recover from the slopes (wink wink).

How to experience this

There won’t be reservations for this experience. It’s first-come, first-served for smaller parties. If your group is 5+ people, email skilodge@pressroomgvl.com to secure a spot. Pro tip: If you’re looking for a place to host your holiday party, the hotel offers buyout packages that are available now.
 
Events
Monday, Oct. 23
  1. Murder Mystery Dinner | Monday, Oct. 23 | 6:30-10:30 p.m. | Southernside Brewing Co., 25 Delano Dr., Greenville | $70 | Figure out whodunnit as you enjoy a five-course dinner paired with Southernside brews.
Tuesday, Oct. 24
  1. Networking Scmetworking | Tuesday, Oct. 24 | 6-9 p.m. | Gather GVL, 126 Augusta St., Greenville | Free | If you’re new to Greenville or just looking to make new friends and meaningful connections, swing by this networking event.
  2. Pretzel Papa Pop-Up | Tuesday, Oct. 24 | 5:30-7:30 p.m. | The Community Tap Travelers Rest, 321 S. Main St., Travelers Rest | Free entry | Indulge in a variety of handmade pretzels from locally grown and milled flour + local olive oil.
Wednesday, Oct. 25
  1. Free Drive-thru Document Shredding Event | Wednesday, Oct. 25 | 9 a.m.-12 p.m. | Greenville Convention Center, 1 Exposition Dr., Greenville | Free | Bring up to three banker (read: 10x12x15) boxes or three kitchen (read: 13 gallon) plastic bags full of paper to shred.
Thursday, Oct. 26
  1. Dine Out for Mom | Thursday, Oct. 26 | Times vary | Various locations, Greenville | Free | Choose from 145+ local restaurants who are donating 20% of their total sales to Let There Be Mom.
  2. Moonlight Movies | Thursday, Oct. 26 | 5-10 p.m. | Falls Park, 601 S. Main St., Greenville | Free | Grab your blanket and enjoy “Hocus Pocus” as you snack on popcorn from Poppington’s.
  3. L’Automne: An intimate evening of dance and music | Thursday, Oct. 26-Sunday, Oct. 29 | Times vary | IB Theatre, 2172 River Rd., Greer | $40 | The evening includes an exclusive preview of Swan Lake Act II, a performance by guest vocalist, Dr. Craig Price, and the performance concludes with a contemporary dance premiere.*
Friday, Oct. 27
  1. Green Monster Mash | Friday, Oct. 27 | 4-8 p.m. | Fluor Field, 945 S. Main St., Greenville | $8 | Trick-or-treat at the ballpark in your best costume + enjoy hayrides, a walk through the Enchanted Forest, and more fall family fun.
  2. Taylor Swift “1989" Listening Party | Friday, Oct. 27 | 6:30 p.m. | Social Latitude, 1812 Woodruff Rd., Greenville | $10 | Shake It Off to “1989 (Taylor’s Version)” at this silent disco-style release party.
Saturday, Oct. 28
  1. Trick-or-Treat at TCMU | Saturday, Oct. 28-Sunday, Oct. 29 | Times vary | The Children’s Museum of the Upstate, 300 College St., Greenville | $6-$7 | Collect candy throughout the museum and enjoy activities like a petting zoo and Halloween crafts. — plus, TCMU-Greenville is hosting a new Sensory-Friendly Trick-or-Treat.*
Calendar of events here
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Edu

Local school receives honors for AP offerings
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CCES offers an International Baccalaureate Diploma Program in addition to AP courses. | Photo provided by Christ Church Episcopal School
Christ Church Episcopal School was recently awarded platinum status by the College Board AP School Honor Roll in recognition of its exemplary AP programming.


The College Board honors schools that prepare students for college and broaden their access — and platinum is the highest level of distinction.

An impressive 85% of the CCES Class of 2023 completed at least one AP course, while 70% earned some amount of college credit before graduation. Interested in enrolling your student? Plan a visit to the CCES Upper School.
Explore AP and IB offerings
News Notes
Open
  • Sun and Soil Plant Parlor is now open at its new location at 403 Augusta St. The shop boasts a curated selection of houseplants.
Award
  • Bridge City Coffee won Roast magazine’s 20th annual Roaster of the Year award in the micro roaster category. The award highlights a roaster dedicated to superior quality, sustainability, employee + community education, and diversity, inclusion and equity.
Eat
  • Happy oyster roast season to all who celebrate. The Jones Oyster Co. will host monthly oyster roasts in the parking lot next to the restaurant starting Sunday, November 5 featuring all-you-can-eat oysters, light bites from its menu, drinks (read: beer + bubbles), and live music. Get tickets.
Featured
  • Paste Magazine highlighted our city in its article “Falling for the Charm, and Brews, of Greenville, South Carolina.” The publication began with a picture perfect description of Falls Park before diving into Fall For Greenville fun and rounding it out with all things craft beer.
Watch
  • The City of Greenville shared the touching story of a woman’s final ride on the Prisma Health Swamp Rabbit Trail this summer as she battled cancer for the third time. Local businesses helped make the ride possible. You don’t want to miss this, we promise.
Finance
Cause
  • Looking for a way to give back as a group? The Blood Connection is looking for blood drive hosts. Blood donors support and directly impact the healthcare that is provided in our community — you bring the donors and TBC will help host a blood drive. Learn more + sign up to host.*
Tech
  • If you’re parting with $80 to $100 every month for phone services, it’s time for a change. Get unlimited data, talk, and text with Boost Mobile for $12.50 for your first month.*
Correction
  • It’s been a hard days night. On Friday, we shared 25 iconic acts that have played Bon Secours Wellness Arena over its 25 years in Greenville and mistakenly typed 2009 for Paul McCartney’s concert. He was here in 2019.
 
Answered

On Friday we asked “Which show at Bon Secours Wellness Arena would you travel back in time to see?” and here were the top 10 answers:

25 acts for 25 years: Here are some of Bon Secours Wellness Arena’s most memorable shows
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Those are some tough acts to follow. | Photos via Bon Secours Wellness Arena
  • Prince
  • Elton John
  • Paul McCartney
  • Tina Turner
  • Billy Joel
  • Garth Brooks
  • NSYNC
  • Hootie & The Blowfish
  • Taylor Swift
  • Pink Floyd
ICYMI, we also asked your favorite event in arena history, and the answers rocked.
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The Wrap
 
Danielle Barilla in a purple lace shirt

Today’s edition by:
Danielle
From the editor
It’s a bit of a longer Wrap from me today.

If you skipped over the “Watch” News Note today, I hope I can urge you to scroll back up and click the link. Grab some tissues before you do.

I get to know some really amazing business owners through working with GVLtoday, and Greenville Bike Taxi and Swamp Rabbit Cafe & Grocery were already two of the kindest. It was no surprise that they, like so many people I meet, were quick to share their talents.

Our city and these businesses went above and beyond to help a woman ride the Swamp Rabbit Trail one last time. As I watched (and cried), I couldn’t help but think, “I am so proud to be a Greenvillian.”
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