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Culture

Celebrate the New Year in high-style at Juniper’s Rooftop Gala
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The outside of the AC Hotel
Dress your best in formal wear or optional black tie attire. | Photo provided by Juniper and AC Hotel Greenville
The countdown to 2024 is on — which means we’re getting ready to celebrate on the rooftop of the AC Hotel at Juniper’s annual New Year’s Eve Rooftop Gala.

This 21+ event is all-inclusive (we’re talking top-shelf premium drinks, dessert stations, and late-night snacks) and offers multiple party experiences on two different floors. The New Year’s Eve party vibe lights up with a not-to-miss light show and cold spark fireworks, with amazing skyline views as the backdrop. Premium entertainment includes Greenville’s favorite party band, Steeltoe Stiletto.

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Countdown on top of the town and ring in 2024 in style at the AC Hotel.

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Photo provided by Juniper and AC Hotel Greenville

Looking for more of a nightclub experience? Uptown Entertainment will be spinning with next-level energy as the celebration continues in this year’s new Jasmine Nightclub.

General admission tickets include:
  • Access to top-shelf open bars serving Patron, Grey Goose, Bacardi, Bombay, Hennessey, and more
  • Access to food and dessert stations
  • Midnight toast with Chandon Brut
Plus, guests have the chance to party like a VIP. Those tickets include:
  • 30-minute early admission through a private entrance
  • Free valet parking
  • Access to a private, ultra-premium open bar + private VIP area near the main stage entertainment
  • And more
    Take advantage of group, multi-ticket discounts available by purchasing a 10-pack general admission deal or a 6-pack VIP package (plus, the VIP area has been expanded, which means more available tickets this year).
    Snag tickets + get ready to celebrate
    Asked

    What’s your favorite New Year’s Eve tradition?
    A. Watching the ball drop
    B. The midnight kiss
    C. Getting dressed up
    D. Champagne toast
    E. Getting to bed early
    Tell us your fave way to celebrate
     
    Events
    Friday, Dec. 15
    1. Ugly Sweater Party | Friday, Dec. 15 | 11 a.m.-12 a.m. | Southernside Brewing Co., 25 Delano Dr., Greenville | Free entry | Grab your best (worst) holiday sweater and celebrate the season with Miracle at Southernside.
    2. Holly Jolly Science | Friday, Dec. 15 | 1:30-5 p.m. | Roper Mountain Science Center, 402 Roper Mountain Rd., Greenville | $7-$8 | Enjoy an afternoon of holiday-themed, hands-on fun while you explore.
    3. Holiday Movie Night: “Home Alone” | Friday, Dec. 15 | 7:30 p.m. | Six & Twenty Distillery, 556 Perry Ave., Ste. B103, Greenville | Free entry | Grab a cocktail and settle in to watch the Christmas classic, “Home Alone.”
    Saturday, Dec. 16
    1. Winter Fest | Saturday, Dec. 16 | 11 a.m.-5 p.m. | Pangaea Brewing Company, 115 Welborn St., Greenville | Free entry | Shop local holiday vendors, take a picture with Santa, and enjoy festive food + drink specials.
    2. Skating on the Big Ice | Saturday, Dec. 16-Saturday, Dec. 30 | Times vary | Bon Secours Wellness Arena, 650 N. Academy St., Greenville | $15 | Lace up your skates and hit the big ice with your friends and family.
    3. Toasty Farmer’s Market | Saturday, Dec. 16 | Times vary | Fireforge Crafted Beer, 311 E. Washington St., Greenville | Free entry | Shop 30+ vendors, sip a drink from Coffee Coffee or Fireforge, and grab a bite.
    Sunday, Dec. 17
    1. Gingerbread House Workshop | Sunday, Dec. 17 + Wednesday, Dec. 20 | Times vary | Couture Cakes of Greenville, 1325 Miller Rd., Ste. H, Greenville | $65-$85 | Let the experts help as you decorate with your friends and family and get into the holiday spirit.
    2. Simpsonville’s Christmas Parade | Sunday, Dec. 17 | 3-5 p.m. | Main Street, Simpsonville | Free | Celebrate Christmas through the decades as local businesses and community groups parade through downtown Simpsonville.
    Calendar of events here
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    Civic

    Breaking ground on the Cultural Corridor

    The City of Greenville broke ground on roadway improvements along the Cultural Corridor
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    Safety for pedestrians is the number one priority. | Renderings via the City of Greenville
    The City of Greenville broke ground on the Cultural Corridor project, a $4.3 million roadway improvement that will support pedestrian connectivity between Main Street and Heritage Green (Downtown Greenville’s cultural and arts destination).

    In addition to serving as the pedestrian path to The Children’s Museum of the Upstate, library, and Upcountry History Museum (among other cultural spots), the corridor sees an average of 13,400 vehicles per day, and is often used as a through-street.

    Improvements include:
    • Widening sidewalks
    • Adding landscaping
    • Enhancing lighting
    • Upgrading traffic signals
    College Street will be reduced to three lanes from its current four lanes to reduce speed + city leaders are working with SCDOT to improve Academy Street.

    This week, City Council approved $6 million from a $20 million state budget allocation to fund the Cultural Corridor and the work on Academy Street.

    Work is expected to be complete in late 2024.
    News Notes
    Traffic
    • Greenville County is asking the cities of Greenville, Greer, Mauldin, Travelers Rest, Simpsonville, and Fountain Inn — along with SCDOT — to take an inventory of all roads and bridges. The goal: To help the county lay out priorities to improve Greenville County’s infrastructure, which county leaders say will cost $2 billion. (WYFF 4)
    Plan Ahead
    Sports
    • The Greenville Triumph will participate in a new in-season tournament starting in the 2024 USL League One season. The tournament doesn’t have an official name yet, but the league says it will be similar to a World Cup format with a group stage and knockout rounds.
    Eat
    • Scoundrel’s Friends in Mischief dinner series is back Friday, January 12 featuring Chef Eunjo Park who was most recently the Executive Chef at Momofuku Kawi. Chef Park was honored with Eater’s “Best New Restaurant of 2019" and “Food & Wine’s Best New Chef in 2020.” Reserve your seat.
    Drink
    • Do you want an early taste of Carmella’s? The cafe and dessert bar teamed up with Pangaea Brewing for two brews: “24 Carrot Gold” (a carrot cake stout) and “Big Nick Energy” (a peppermint chocolate cake stout). Sip on them tomorrow, Dec. 16, at Winter Fest + ICYMI, we got a sneak peek inside Carmella’s.
    Number
    • 9. That’s the number of small business owners who graduated from The Greenville Chamber’s SC Minority Business Accelerator program. Participants received training and coaching, worked closely with financial experts, and developed three-year strategic growth action plans. See the full list of graduates. (Upstate Business Journal)
    Shop
    • We’re excited to announce that our online shop (Six & Main) now features Aesthetic Built, a Greenville-based fitness apparel brand. This business focuses on providing the everyday athlete with simplicity, durability, practicality, and aesthetic appeal through top-tier active wear. Items include tanks, hoodies, compression shorts, and more. Elevate your fitness experience now.
    Wellness
    Finance
    • This no-annual-fee balance transfer offer now lasts until 2025. Transferring your existing balance to a no-interest card could be the simple solution you’re looking for to finally get ahead of your payments. (Oh, and it offers cash back rewards on everyday purchases.)*
    Seasonal

    Making spirits bright

    Making spirits bright: Sip on 12 Days of Cocktails at the Grand Bohemian Lodge
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    Step into Santa’s Grotto to find Spirit & Bower. | Photo by GVLtoday
    Spirit & Bower kicked off its 12 Days of Cocktails at the Grand Bohemian Lodge this week.

    Here’s the line-up so you can plan your visits accordingly:
    • Friday, Dec. 15 | Silent Night… Yeah right | Vodka, Chambord, praline liqueur, half & half, and grated nutmeg
    • Saturday, Dec. 16 | Cotton-headed Ninny Muggins | Makers Mark, Grand Marnier, honey cayenne syrup, and orange + spice tea
    • Sunday, Dec. 17 | Making “Spirits” Bright | Sipsmith Gin, Chambord, Allspice Dram, lemon juice, cinnamon syrup, and cardamom bitters
    • Monday, Dec. 18 | Claus I Said So | Clover honey syrup, Campari, lemon juice, and egg white
    • Tuesday, Dec. 19 | All the Jingle Ladies | Hot butter rum
    • Wednesday, Dec. 20 | Re-gift in Moderation | Bourbon, vanilla vodka, cinnamon syrup, apple cider, and lemon juice
    • Thursday, Dec. 21 | “Fra-gee-lay. Must be Italian” | Hot chocolate, Tuaca, and Amaretto di Saronno
    Pro tip: Explore the Greenville Christmas Market outside The Lodge and shop local vendors before or after your cocktails.
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