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• Ava Braatz‘s Instagram bio is “Greenville’s hype girl” and I think it perfectly describes her.
• GVLgroupies aka Canon Mikes is a full-time teacher who is very plugged in to Greenville’s food scene and is a rising star.
• Ryan Johnston, our CEO at 6AM City, is always hitting me with Greenville facts I didn’t know.

• Khailing Neoh of Sum Bar is so cool.
• Interviewing Carl Sobocinski is a highlight for me. He’s done so much for our city.
• On the celebrity-front, I met Tyler Florence when he was in town for euphoria 2022. He confirmed he uses Duke’s Mayo, so we know he’s still a Greenvillian.

• Intro to AI | Tuesday, Dec. 12 | 12-1 p.m. | Jud Hub Social Innovation Center, 701 Easley Bridge Rd., Ste. 6070, Greenville | $25-$50 | Crush AI anxiety, boost your resume, and leave with a toolkit.
• Holiday Open House | Tuesday, Dec. 12-Sunday, Dec. 31 | Times vary | Adidas Employee Store, 10 Quest Dr., Greenville | Free entry | Grab some new sneakers, clothes, and accessories at 50% off the retail price.
• Game Night | Tuesday, Dec. 12 | 5:30-8:30 p.m. | The Community Tap Travelers Rest, 321 S. Main St., Travelers Rest | Free entry | Meet Boardwalk Games staff to try out new games, buy games on site, or bring your own to play.

• Jingle Ride | Wednesday, Dec. 13 | 6-9 p.m. | Village Wrench, 1186 Pendleton St., Greenville | $20 | Show off your holiday costume and dress up your bike for this ride.
• BIRTH-TAY: Swiftie Dance Night | Wednesday, Dec. 13 | 7:30-11:30 p.m. | SIP Whiskey & Wine Bar, 103 N. Main St., Ste. 400, Greenville | $15-$20 | Shake it off as you celebrate Taylor Swift’s birthday.

• Holiday Wine Flight & Bites | Thursday, Dec. 14 | 5:30-7:30 p.m. | The Cook’s Station, 515 Buncombe St., Greenville | $30 | Enjoy a night of wine and tapas featuring live music by Justin Garber.
• Shock Theatre Night: “Santa Claus Conquers the Martians” | Thursday, Dec. 14 | 7 p.m. | Good Art Co., 10 Central Ave., Greenville | Free entry | Feast your eyes on a showing of “Santa Claus Conquers the Martians (1964)” and enjoy popcorn and refreshments + trivia at intermission.

• Clemson’s men’s soccer team faced off against Notre Dame last night for the National Championship and the Tigers were victorious with a final score of 2 to 1. (Sporting News)

• Coffee Bourbon is for closers. The Upstate SC Business & Bourbon End of the Year Holiday Party is at Six & Twenty Distillery — 556 Perry Ave., Ste. B106 — today at 5 p.m. This networking happy hour includes a short presentation by Stephen Piper — founder of Greenville Business + Brews — followed by a Q+A.

• Lace up your ice skates and head to Bon Secours Wellness Arena on select dates between Saturday, Dec. 16 and Saturday, Dec. 30 for Skating on the Big Ice. Hit the rink, enjoy hot chocolate + concessions, and snag a photo with Santa.

• Jamie Prince, owner of Flourish — a public relations, marketing, and events firm — has opened an online holiday shop called Merry Everything. You can shop a mix of new and upscale vintage items from small businesses, shop by occasion, or filter your search for “eco-friendly, organic, and made in the USA” items.

• New year, new do. A multi-service hair salon — Vella Salon — is opening in the Village of West Greenville at 1252 Pendleton St. Owner + Greenville native Anna Kate Mantooth says the salon is a place where customers can relax but “won’t be too trendy.” You can visit when it opens in January. (Upstate Business Journal)

• ICYMI, the Poinsettia Christmas Parade was Saturday, Dec. 9. You can relive the magic with these photos + videos and start planning for next year. (Greenville Journal)

• The Chabad Jewish Center of Greenville celebrated the Upstate’s Chanukah on Main event at the Hyatt Regency on Sunday, Dec. 10. Take a peek at the menorah lighting, some tasty treats, and The African High Flyers. (Greenville Journal)

• The opportunity to see pieces designed by renowned fashion designer Lee Alexander McQueen — up close, in person, right here in South Carolina — is not to be missed. Take a behind-the-scenes peek at this runway-worthy exhibition currently on view at the Columbia Museum of Art.*

• Today’s the last day of the YMCA of Greenville’s 12 Days of Wellness Special. Sign up for a membership with code 12DAYS23 and pay nothing until Jan. 1, 2024. Learn more + sign up.*

• Life’s all about asking questions, having new experiences + continuing to learn new things. 2024 Professional Education Courses are now available through USC’s Office of Continuing Education and Conferences. Whether you’re in middle or high school, attending college, a working professional, or in your golden years, discover programs that align with your educational goals.*

• New name, new venues, new events. The Charleston Festival (formerly known as the Festival of Houses & Gardens) is happening March 14-April 14 in Charleston. The 2024 season features iconic tours and events, but better than ever — plus, new events to enhance the experience. Learn more + snag tickets.*

• It’s fast, but it’s not that fast. The proposed high-speed train would take 2:06 hours if an electric train is used + 2:44 if diesel is used, not minutes.