11.15.2023

SUBSCRIBE | REFER

Today’s Forecast

58º | Cloudy | 0% chance of precipitation | Sunrise 7:04 a.m. | Sunset 5:24 p.m.

🏗️ Be the first to know

Project Preview Meetings give an early glimpse at what could be coming to Greenville

The city may also present its own updates and information. | Photo by GVLtoday

Do you want a first look at what’s coming to our city? Of course you do. That’s why you subscribe to GVLtoday.

We don’t gatekeep, so we’re telling you all about the City of Greenville’s public monthly meetings that bring developers and citizens together to talk about upcoming projects.

Project Preview Meetings take place at the Prisma Health Welcome Center at Unity Park on the fourth Tuesday of every month from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. Note: According to the City of Greenville’s calendar, the next meeting is Tuesday, Jan. 23 because of the holidays.

What to expect

It’s a very casual, drop-in-style meeting. The developers and members of the project teams set up around the room and allow you to browse renderings + layouts, ask questions, and share concerns.

A developer must attend this meeting to speak with you if they want to:

Rezone or make a zoning map amendment
Build a major subdivision
Name or rename a street
Build a multi-unit residential project containing 12+ units
Request a special exception permit

When we attended the October meeting, we spoke with Howard Dozier (think: The Foundry, Comedy Zone, and Crazy Mason’s Milkshake Bar) and saw the latest plans for Draper Purveying Company. He was requesting a special exception permit. We also learned about the condos planned for 14 University St., which will go before the Design Review Board soon.

If you want to know who will be at the meeting, keep your eye on the City of Greenville Agenda Center.

Next steps

After the developers present at this meeting, the applications move through the city’s development process (as outlined in the new development code).

In the past, developers had to hold public meetings before they could move forward in the process. Their participation in these monthly meetings now fulfills that requirement.

We hope to see you at an upcoming meeting.

Events

Wednesday, Nov. 15

“A Very Grinchy Christmas” | Wednesday, Nov. 15-Sunday, Jan. 21 | 10 a.m.-5 p.m. | Upcountry History Museum, 540 Buncombe St., Greenville | $0-$12 | Learn the backstory of one of the most watched animated made-for-television specials of all time.
Pop-In Lambic Beer Tasting | Wednesday, Nov. 15 | 5:30 p.m. | The Community Tap, 217 Wade Hampton Blvd., Greenville | $15 | Stop by for a taste of Belgian Lambics, also known as the OG sour beer.

Thursday, Nov. 16

NEXT Accelerator Showcase | Thursday, Nov. 16 | 6-8 p.m. | Greenville ONE Center, 2 W. Washington St., 2nd Floor Auditorium, Greenville | Free | Celebrate the second cohort of the NEXT Accelerator program as eight companies deliver their final four-minute pitches.
Sourdough Bread Making Class | Thursday, Nov. 16 | 6:30-8 p.m. | Farmacy, 508 S. B St., Easley | $30 | From start to finish, learn the art of making sourdough bread.

Friday, Nov. 17

Indie Craft Parade Holiday Pop Up Shop | Friday, Nov. 17-Sunday, Dec. 24 | 11 a.m.-5 p.m. | Makers Collective, 2909 Old Buncombe Rd., Greenville | Free entry | Shop a curated mix of handmade giftable art, home goods, jewelry, and children’s items.

Saturday, Nov. 18

Zoom Through the Zoo | Saturday, Nov. 18 | 8 a.m.-12 p.m. | Greenville Zoo, 150 Cleveland Park Dr., Greenville | $10-$25 | Enjoy a 5K through the Greenville Zoo.
Trans-Siberian Orchestra: “The Ghosts of Christmas Eve” | Saturday, Nov. 18 | 4 p.m. + 8 p.m. | Bon Secours Wellness Arena, 650 N. Academy St., Greenville | Enjoy a grand presentation of holiday classics.
Cranksgiving | Saturday, Nov. 18 | 11 a.m.-4 p.m. | Pedego Electric Bikes Greenville, 1320 Hampton Ave., Greenville | Free | This event is part bike ride, part food drive, part scavenger hunt, and all fun.
NaNoWriMo Write-In | Saturday, Nov. 18 | 10 a.m.-12 p.m. | Simpsonville Branch, 626 NE Main St., Simpsonville | Free | Bring your laptop or pen + paper and work toward your National Novel Writing Month goal.

Calendar of events here

Click here to have your event featured.

Arts

Culture

Here’s why Endeavor prioritizes art in its coworking space

Presented by a GVLtoday Partner

This Stop, Endeavor by Greenville-based artist Ric Standridge. Oil on Canvas, 2017. | Photo provided by Endeavor

Did you know? Working while surrounded by art can be good for you and good for business. That’s why when Endeavor built out their coworking space on downtown’s One City Plaza, art was always a priority.

Here’s a look at the impact of art:

Viewing art can improve empathy, lower anxiety, restore cognitive energy, and help develop critical thinking skills (Colliers, 2018)
People who work in offices with art are 17% more productive than those working in basic, functional environments (University of Exeter, 2016)
“Art can move our emotions, reduce stress, energize creativity, stimulate critical thinking, [and] art in the workplace brings all those benefits to an organization,” says Miami University President Gregory Crawford in Forbes.

Eight years later, Endeavor’s “small but impactful” collection showcases local artists across a variety of mediums, and inspires hundreds of members and visitors as they work, meet and celebrate.

Take a look at Endeavor’s artwork virtually, or in-person.

Pick your fave piece

News Notes

Number

$2 billion. That’s how much money Greenville County’s Roads, Infrastructure, and Public Works committee says it would cost to fix roads in the county. Find out why.

Coming Soon

Mill City Pizza — a “live-fire cooking” concept — is coming soon to Judson Mill. The restaurant will feature pizzas, paninis, fresh mozzarella (made daily) + a small market selling wine, olive oil, and cheese.

Civic

Greenville leaders and city engineers want your input on safety improvements planned for Stone Avenue. Join them at St. George Greek Orthodox Church tonight, Nov. 15 from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. to hear about the safety study conducted by the city and provide your feedback.

Biz

Volvo Battery Solutions LLC will pay $210 million for Proterra Powered, a California-based electric bus and battery manufacturer. Its Greer facility, located near the Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport, is included in the sale. (Upstate Business Journal)

Ranked

No. 13. That’s where Country Living ranked Greenville on its list of “The 30 Most Magical Christmas Towns in the US.” The publication lauds our twinkling sidewalks, Santa’s electric sleigh, Ice on Main, and the Festival of Trees. Hey Hallmark, have your people call our people.

Announced

Comedian John Crist added a second Greenville date for his Emotional Support Tour at the Peace Center. Tickets for the show on Thursday, Feb. 1 will go on sale Friday, Nov. 17 at 10 a.m. + limited tickets are available for the Friday, Feb. 2 show.

Fun Fact

It’s healthier to shop the outer aisles of the grocery store. Find out why.*

Cause

Greenville Federal Credit Union is hosting a community food drive to support Harvest Hope, South Carolina’s largest food bank. Locals are invited to drop off non-perishable food and pantry items at any of the credit union’s four branch locations during regular business hours through this Friday, Nov. 17.*

Pets

Say goodbye to fillers and weird ingredients in your dog’s food. Get 50% off your pup’s first order of Nom Nom for fresh, recognizable ingredients they’ll love.*

Coming Soon

⚾ Home runs at Unity Park

The City of Greenville broke ground on Mayberry Field at Unity Park

GVL_Mayberry_Field_Groundbreaking_NOV2023

Breaking ground for the next baseball greats. | Photo by GVLtoday

There’s new movement on the next phase of Unity Park as the City of Greenville broke ground on Mayberry Field, a Little League regulation field that will boast grandstand bleachers, a press box, batting cages, dugouts, a bullpen, and a concessions stand.

The history of Unity Park is a story we’ve shared before, bringing together two parks that were once segregated in the past as a place for everyone to come together in the present and future.

Click the button below as we focus on the role baseball played where Unity Park now stands.

Take me out to Unity Park

The Buy

The Buy 11.15.23 (Affiliate + Six & Main)

The cutest to-go containers to make sure everyone walks away with leftovers this Thanksgiving. Pro tip: Remove the lid and heat them right in the oven.

Answered

We asked what will be on your Thanksgiving table: stuffing or dressing? Here’s what you said:

It’s turkey time: Build a local Thanksgiving Day meal

If we’re being honest, we don’t care what it’s called as long as it’s on the table.

Build a local feast

Share GVLtoday

Share the good news. Get rewarded.

Have someone who needs to stay in the know? Get amazing rewards for every new subscriber you bring by sharing your unique referral link (below).

Facebook

Twitter

{{profile.vars.rh_totref_12}} friends are looped into all things local because of you.

Claim your rewards

The Wrap

Today’s edition by:
Danielle

From the editor

ICYMI, I wrote a letter to Hallmark last year explaining why our city is the perfect backdrop for a Christmas movie. With “A Biltmore Christmas” premiering on Nov. 26, I can’t help but feel like we’re, at least, getting a little closer.

Missed our previous newsletter?

›

Send Us A Scoop, Question, or Feedback

Content marked with an * is paid advertising. Content marked with an ^ is created by our content studio. The company may also generate commission from affiliate links in the newsletter.

Change your preferences or unsubscribe here.

P.O. Box 2505, Greenville, SC 29602

ADVERTISE | CAREERS | ETHICS | PRIVACY | THE BUY