11.21.2023

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It’s giving season

35 volunteer opportunities in Greenville

Volunteer with Mill Village Farms. | Photo via @millvillagefarms

Maybe you have some extra time on your hands, or maybe you’re just in the giving spirit. All we know is there are more than enough great causes in Greenville to give your time to. Whether you’re an animal lover, an artsy type, a natural mentor, or a healthcare enthusiast — there’s a nearby volunteer opportunity for you. Here are 30+ ways to get involved in the Upstate.

If you’re interested in healthcare

Alzheimer’s Association | You can volunteer through support and education, raising funds, or advocating for Alzheimer’s.

American Cancer Society | Honor those lost to cancer through fundraising and advocacy. Volunteers are needed for fundraisers like Relay for Life and programs like Hope Lodge.

Natural-born teachers + mentors

Greenville Literacy Association | Help teach one of their low cost literacy, GED preparation, or English as a Second Language classes.

The Children’s Museum of the Upstate | Engage children in topics like science, art, and storytelling by volunteering with the museum or help with programming and outreach.

If you’re passionate about supporting local minority groups

Senior Action | Provide dynamic services and programs to seniors by serving meals or touring a group of new members.

Upstate Warrior Solution | Play a crucial role in helping veterans reintegrate into the community.

If you live + breathe Greenville

United Way of Greenville County | Find meaningful volunteer opportunities that change lives and move Greenville County forward.

Mill Village Ministries | Help out this Greenville institution that offers food share, farming, and youth programming.

If you’re an animal lover

Greenville County Animal Care | Help with Doggy’s Day Out, donation drives, or become a foster home.

Greenville Humane Society | Become a foster cat or dog parent or help out at the adoption center and medical center.

For the outdoorsy types

Trees Upstate | Help plant, promote, and protect trees in + around Greenville County.

Upstate Forever | Volunteer to protect critical lands + waters of the Upstate or become citizen water monitor.

20+ more volunteer opportunities

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The causes I feel most passionate about are...

A. Arts and cultural institutions
B. People experiencing homelessness
C. Minority and disadvantaged groups
D. Pets and animals

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Events

Tuesday, Nov. 21

United Community Bank Ice on Main | Tuesday, Nov. 21-Monday, Jan. 15 | Times vary | Village Green, 206 S. Main St., Greenville | Hit the ice in the heart of downtown — open on Thanksgiving.
Festival of the Trees | Tuesday, Nov. 21-Monday, Dec. 25 | Times vary | Multiple locations | Take a festive stroll through over-the-top decorated trees lining the Courtyard Marriott Downtown and Hyatt Regency Greenville.
Worlds Apart: Musical Instruments from Secular to Sacred | Tuesday, Nov. 21 | 10 a.m.-5 p.m. | Sigal Music Museum, 516 Buncombe St., Greenville | $4-$7 | This exhibition focuses on international musical instruments and cultures, celebrating rites and traditions with ancient histories, and contemporary legacies.

Wednesday, Nov. 22

“The Wiz” | Wednesday, Nov. 22-Thursday, Nov. 23 | Times vary | Peace Center, 300 S. Main St., Greenville | $49-$99 | This limited pre-Broadway tour tells the story of “The Wizard of Oz” and Dorothy’s journey to find her place in a contemporary world.
Live Band Karaoke | Wednesday, Nov. 22 | 8 p.m.-12 a.m. | Smileys on the Roxx, 734 S. Main St., Greenville | Free entry | Get your singing voice + favorite song ready and hit the stage with a live band backing you up — sign up starts at 5 p.m.
Street Art 101 Workshop | Wednesday, Nov. 22 | 6-7:30 p.m. | Berea Arts & Retro, 1601 Cedar Lane Rd., Ste. 15, Greenville | $35 | Grab your spray paint for this interactive class and learn the basics + create an original piece of pop style street art.

Calendar of events here

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Wellness

Prisma Health On Call: Ask your diabetes questions

Presented by Prisma Health

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It’s estimated that 115+ million Americans have diabetes or prediabetes — and South Carolina is among the states with the most cases. | Photo provided by Prisma Health

When it comes to diabetes, education is power. The reason: The disease is largely preventable — and understanding the positive impact of lifestyle habits goes a long way in preventing and treating the condition.

That’s why in this month’s installment of Prisma Health On Call, we’re connecting readers to Prisma Health clinicians, who are on call and ready to answer your diabetes-related questions.

Think:
❓ Can diabetes be cured or reversed?
❓ Do you have practical tips for implementing positive lifestyle habits?
❓ I have prediabetes — how do I stop it from turning into diabetes?
❓ How serious is diabetes, really?
❓ Help — how do I get through the holidays as a diabetic?

Submit your questions, and we’ll share the experts’ answers in a few weeks.

And if you have diabetes or think you could be at risk, see how Prisma Health’s Diabetes Self-Management + Diabetes Prevention programs can help.

Ask the experts

News Notes

Announced

Greenvillians Marcus King + Edwin McCain are hitting the stage at The Foundry on Friday, Dec. 29 for Doin’ it for Dingledine, a fundraiser for local musician and teacher Matt Dingledine who is fighting Stage IV colorectal cancer. Ticket presale is today + public onsale is tomorrow, both at 10 a.m.

Open

City Club Greenville (formerly known as the Commerce Club) is now open to members from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. with breakfast served 7-10 a.m. + lunch served 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Learn about memberships.

Award

Jasmine Road — a long-term residential program for survivors of sex trafficking, prostitution, and addiction — was named a 2023 Angel Award recipient by SC Secretary of State Mark Hammond. This means the organization contributes at least 80% of its total spending to charitable programs + does not rely on grant funding. (Greenville Journal)

Number

$5,250. That’s how much the The American Institute of Architects’ PAWchitecture Greenville design competition raised for Greenville County Animal Care’s Safety Net Foster Program.

Seasonal

He’s making a list, checking it twice, and stopping in Greenville this holiday season. If you’re looking for Santa Claus, the Greenville Journal put together a list of places you can find him.

Holiday

Tickets to the AC hotel’s New Year’s Eve party just went on sale. Dance the night away to DJs and live music by Steel Toe Stiletto, indulge in a buffet and dessert stations, and sip cocktails from the open bar. Of course there’s also a champagne toast at midnight.

Wellness

If holiday to-dos unleash your inner Scrooge, we’ve got you covered. See our tips for staying well, staying active, and “health-ifying” your meals this holiday season. And ICYMI, this was part of our monthly GVL Wellness newsletter. See the latest edition.*

Home

When was the last time you inspected your crawl space? Home to your HVAC, plumbing, insulation, and floor structure, your crawl space is one of the most important rooms in your house. Pro tip: Crawlspace Medic — one of the Upstate’s most trusted crawl space companies — offers free professional inspections.*

Seasonal

Ready to spruce up your gift giving this season? Shop small at The Holiday Fair at the Greenville Convention Center, kicking off on Thursday, Nov. 30 and jingling through Saturday, Dec. 2. Plus, this year guests can get tickets online. Snag tickets + start planning festive fun.*

Shop

Have you heard of the “Target Phenomenon” — why people can’t leave Target without a cartful of goodies? Brad’s Deals explains 11 reasons to love Target.*

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Holiday cheers

Miracle holiday pop-up bar takes over Southernside Brewing Co.

‘Tis the season for Miracle at Southernside. | Photos by GVLtoday

Call it a holiday miracle, or better yet, just call it Miracle. That’s what has officially taken over Southernside Brewing Co., at 25 Delano Dr., for its second year.

The vibe

The halls of Southernside Brewing Co. have slowly departed from their everyday look and feel to a holiday-themed pop-up bar. Today, the halls are decked from floor to ceiling with festive decor, from animatronic polar bears to Santa and Mrs. Claus.
Festive cocktails will be served in merrymaking mugs that embody the holiday spirit. Fan favorites from last year, like the Christmapolitan and Christmas Cricket, will be back by popular demand. There are also some new additions to the menu like Rudolph’s Replacement, The Krampus, and Marshmallows & Unicorns. Pro tip: Order the Secret Santa for our favorite drink on the menu.

The pop-up holiday experience opens today, Nov. 21 and runs through Saturday, Dec. 30 — open seven days a week (excluding Thanksgiving and Christmas Day).

The Buy

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Answered

$115 million. That’s how much money bats in SC save the agricultural industry because they are natural nocturnal insect suppressors.

A federally-endangered bat species was just discovered in Greenville County

Gray bats have outlived their predicted extinction. | Photo provided by SCDNR

In case you missed it, a federally-endangered bat species, the gray bat, was recently discovered in Greenville County.

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The Wrap

Today’s edition by:
Danielle

From the editor

Greenville Swifties are quick. Yesterday, Roper Mountain Science Center announced Laser Taylor Swift was returning for two shows on Wednesday, Dec. 13 (Taylor’s birthday) and they sold out before you could listen to “All Too Well (10 Minute Version).” If you’re 18+ and are looking for a place to celebrate, SIP is hosting its second annual Birth-Tay Party on the same day. I went last year and had a blast. If you want to meet fellow Swifties in the Upstate, there’s a Facebook group for fans to connect at local events.

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