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Consider your Thursday nights booked

Piedmont Natural Gas Downtown Alive returns with new addition Arts After Dark
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Enjoy drinks, food, and live music while you meet local artists and learn about their creations. | Photos provided by Metropolitan Arts Council
Good news, GVL — your Thursday evenings are about to get much more lively.

The Piedmont Natural Gas Downtown Alive is back this week and offers a perfect way to kickstart the weekend. Live music, drink, and local art in the beautiful outdoor space at NOMA Square? Sign us up.

This weekly event, which directly benefits the Metropolitan Arts Council, happens each Thursday from 5:30-8:30 p.m. starting this Thursday, March 14 and continuing through August.

Pro tip: This is a family-friendly event, so feel free to bring the kids and take making dinner off the table thanks to the delicious offerings of a different local food truck each week.

What’s new this year

The all-new Arts After Dark market — on the third Thursday of each month — will feature a row of artist booths offering their works, plus a few demonstrations of how they create their masterpieces. Bonus: Just by attending, you are supporting the Metropolitan Arts Council’s programs and services that they provide to keep Greenville’s culture thriving.
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Events
Tuesday, March 12
  1. Joe Bonamassa | Tuesday, March 12 | 7:30 p.m. | Peace Center, 300 S. Main St., Greenville | $89-$259 | Hailed as “one of the greatest guitar players of his generation,” this musician hits the stage with new songs + career-spanning hits.
  2. Game Night | Tuesday, March 12 | 5:30-8:30 p.m. | The Community Tap Travelers Rest, 321 S. Main St., Travelers Rest | Free entry | BYO game or try a new one from Boardwalk Games.
Wednesday, March 13
  1. Greenville Chamber Young Professionals Biz and Coffee | Wednesday, March 13 | 7:30-9 a.m. | Cohesive Coffee, 301 Airport Rd., Unit I, Greenville | $0-$15 | Connect with fellow professionals over a warm cup and cultivate connections.
Thursday, March 14
  1. TGI Pi-Days | Thursday, March 14 | 5:30-8:30 p.m. | The Community Tap, 217 Wade Hampton Blvd., Greenville | Free entry | Celebrate 3.14 with dishes inspired by appetizers (think: potato skins) — Local Pie is slinging pizzas from its food truck + Peachy is popping up with handpies.
Friday, March 15
  1. St. Patrick’s Day Chef’s Pairing Dinner | Friday, March 15 | 7 p.m. | The People’s Tap, 250 RiverPlace, Ste. B, Greenville | $100-$110 | Indulge in a four-course, Irish-inspired meal created by SC Chef Ambassador Mike Sibert.
Saturday, March 16
  1. Yaniv Attar and Hector Del Curto: THE FRENCH CONNECTION | Saturday, March 16-Sunday, March 17 | Times vary | Peace Center, 300 South Main St., Greenville | $20-$85 | Music Director Yaniv Attar conducts Lili Boulanger: D’un matin de printemps, Astor Piazzolla: Concerto for bandoneón with bandoneonist Hector Del Curto, + Modest Mussorgsky: Pictures at an Exhibition.*
Calendar of events here
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Family

Sea what’s happening at the South Carolina Aquarium this Spring Break
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Head to the historic downtown Charleston waterfront and dive into a day of fun. | Photo by South Carolina Aquarium
Whether you’re bringing the kids or embracing your inner child, there’s plenty to do during Spring Break at the South Carolina Aquarium (March 16-April 8).

Guests can experience:
  • Dive shows in North America’s deepest tank
  • A special scavenger hunt with fun prizes
  • Interactive talks with expert educators
  • Up-close animal encounters
  • And more
Take time to unplug for a day of fun filled with exciting exhibits, plus unparalleled views of the Charleston Harbor.
Snag tickets + start planning
News Notes
Announced
  • Beverly Hills Greenville, SC, that’s where I want to be. Weezer is bringing its Voyage to the Blue Planet tour to Bon Secours Wellness Arena on Wednesday, Sept. 18. The rock band will play its “Blue Album” to celebrate its 30th anniversary. Get tickets Friday, March 15 at 10 a.m.
Number
  • 12 hours. That’s how quickly Pete Davidson’s last-minute show at the Comedy Zone sold out. The comedian and former “Saturday Night Live” cast member is bringing his Prehab Tour to Greenville tomorrow, March 13.
Cause
  • $10,000. That’s how much euphoria — a nonprofit food and wine festival in Greenville — donated to the Southern Smoke Foundation, which supports emergency relief and mental health services for hospitality workers. The festival also supports local organizations and grant applications are now open.
Festival
  • The City of Greenville needs volunteers for the Artisphere festival, coming up Friday, May 10-Sunday, May 12. Register if you’re available to help.
List
  • Greenville landed the No. 6 spot on Southern Living’s 2024 list of “The South’s Best Cities.” The publication lauds our “gorgeous Falls Park on the Reedy” + “walkable and lively downtown.” Plus the No. 1 city (Charleston), the No. 5 city (Asheville), and the No. 7 city (Atlanta) are just a quick road trip away.
Ranked
  • Speaking of Southern Living lists… No. 3. That’s where Spartanburg ranked on its 2024 list of “The South’s Best Cities On The Rise.” You may remember Greenville took the top spot on this list in 2022. Southern Living shouted out the downtown minor league baseball stadium coming to Spartanburg — keep scrolling for the details.
Eat
  • James Beard-nominated Pastry Chef Tania Cienfuegos of Topsoil is joining Chef Luis Martinez of World Central Kitchen for Scoundrel’s next Friends in Mischief dinner. Make your reservation for Tuesday, April 23 or Wednesday, April 24 at 7 p.m. Before you go, read The Post and Courier Greenville’s recent feature on Cienfuegos.
Coming Soon
  • Drum roll, please… Our sister newsletter in Charlotte, NC will launch on Monday, March 18. From the latest news about developments and restaurants to fun events around town, we’re covering everything you need to know about Queen City. Just like this newsletter, it’s 100% free, 100% local, and 100% informative. Subscribe today.
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Development

⚾ It’s (almost) time to play ball

Spartanburg’s Design Review Board approves plans for Fifth Third Park
GVLtoday Fifth Third Park
Someone pass the cracker jacks. | Rendering by The Johnson Group via The City of Spartanburg
The City of Spartanburg’s Design Review Board approved plans for Fifth Third Park, the city’s $58.6 million baseball stadium.

Approval was given with an agreement from Johnson Development Associates to upgrade the streetscape near the AC Hotel downtown.

Here are some fast facts:
  • This project is the biggest investment in Spartanburg’s history.
  • The stadium will have ~3,500 seats.
  • This will be home to the Down East Wood Ducks, a minor league affiliate of the Texas Rangers.
  • The stadium will be built on 14.5 acres of land at West Henry Street + South Daniel Morgan Avenue.
In addition to the stadium, the project includes:
  • 375 apartments
  • A 150-room hotel
  • Office + commercial space
  • A public plaza
  • Parking for ~1,500 vehicles
The first pitch is scheduled to take place on March 7, 2025, so Sparkle City residents should start getting ready to root for their home team.

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I had the best time at euphoria’s pre-festival dinner last night. Beyond The Hospitality featured James Beard Award-winning guest Chef Chris Shepherd at Jianna. If you missed this dinner, you don’t want to miss the upcoming Spring Fest events. See what tables still have seats available before they all sell out.

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