Vicinity is the platform that gives any investor the opportunity to start building their local portfolio — It’s your chance to invest in what (and where) you know. | Photos provided by Vicinity Capital
Rise and shine, GVL. Welcome to our latest installment of Invest Local, a series in which we’re shining a light on ways Greenvillians can invest their time, talent, and treasure — locally.
Located across Lake Hartwell from Clemson University, Oconee National Disc Golf Complex is a low-impact sports facility with plans to offer multiple amenities for both single-day and multi-day customers.
Fun fact: Interest and investment have grown for both professionals and hobbyists over the past decade. The number of courses has tripled with over 1,500 locations added in 2022 alone.
With the combination of recreational access + facilities, the goal is to offer the best of professional disc golf with the ubiquitous demand for pickleball. Plans for a food court and RV park will tie the whole complex together, inviting visitors to stay, play, eat, and drink as they soak in the natural beauty of the Upstate.
The project includes plans to develop:
30+ slip RV park on-site with the goal of year-round revenue generation
Three high level disc golf courses: one world-class championship + two world-class recreational
16-court pickleball complex with covered courts for all-weather play
A food truck park, picnic shelters, playgrounds, and a stage for concerts and other events
An on-site pro shop and one-of-a-kind driving range with experienced management
The opportunity
In the midst of growth in the Upstate, many locals are relegated to being spectators. Vicinity enables you to be a financial participant in our area’s growth and help bring these communities to life.
Plus, Oconee National’s course is already on the Pro Tour Qualifying Series, with ambitions of a Pro Tour Event in 2025.
Game Night | Wednesday, April 17 | 6-9 p.m. | The People’s Tap, 250 RiverPlace, Ste. B, Greenville | Free entry | Explore new board games with the help from local game shop, Boardwalk Games.
“Clue” | Wednesday, April 17-Sunday, April 21 | Times vary | Peace Center, 300 S. Main St., Greenville | $45-$95 | Based on the 1985 Paramount movie and inspired by the classic Hasbro board game, this play is the ultimate whodunit.
Thursday, April 18
Brews and Bites: A Beer Dinner | Thursday, April 18 | 6-8 p.m. | Habitap, 1325 Miller Rd., Greenville | $65 | Indulge in six courses paired with Habitap-brewed beers.
Friday, April 19
Gallery Grand Opening | Friday, April 19 | 4-5 p.m. | Spoonbill Gallery and Joseph Bradley Studio, 1292 Pendleton St., Greenville | Free | Celebrate the opening of Greenville’s newest art gallery.
Saturday, April 20
Community Yoga | Saturday, April 20 | 10-11 a.m. | BridgeWay Station Lawn, 1000 Via Corso Ave., Simpsonville | Free | Up Way Wellness will lead this yoga class for all skill levels.
Sunday, April 21
The Artist Next Door - Spring Show | Sunday, April 21 | Times vary | 25 Pinehurst Dr., Greenville | Free | Explore the work of 25 local artists specializing in various mediums — including stained glass, paintings, pottery, woodworking, metals, jewelry, and more — during this outdoor art show.*
Friday, May 3
Paul Thorn | Friday, May 3 | 8 p.m. | Newberry Opera House, 1201 McKibben St, Newberry | $35-$45 | Don’t miss Paul Thorn’s muscular brand of roots music — a soulful blend of blues, rock, and Southern charm that has captivated audiences worldwide.*
Students can build their portfolios with well-known brands from a variety of industries, diving into internships, practicums, or creating a thesis addressing real-world issues. | Photo provided by Furman University
Let’s be real: Going back to school is a big commitment, and you want to make sure the return on investment is worthwhile. If you’re looking for an opportunity to immerse yourself in the world of design, business, or communication, here’s why Furman’s Master of Arts in Strategic Design might be the perfect fit for you:
You don’t need a background in graphic design or communications to be accepted — diverse undergraduate majors are welcome to apply.
Fun fact: The MASD program has a 98% job placement rate within six months post-graduation.
Applications for the Fall 2024 semester are due Saturday, June 1. MASD graduates have gone on to work as account managers, brand strategists, graphic designers, art directors, illustrators, copywriters, public relations managers, marketing managers, and more.
The Unity Park playground area is closed for routine maintenance until Friday, May 10. The rest of the park remains open to the public.
Plan Ahead
The Peace Center is going cashless beginning on Tuesday, April 23. The venue says it’s hoping for “smoother, quicker transactions.” This includes dining at Genevieve’s, getting snacks and drinks in the lobby, and securing tickets at the box office.
Open
The Chick-fil-A on Haywood Road reopened after it was closed for several months for a remodel. Changes include two drive-thru lanes, expanded seating, and a new dining room.
Listen
Paris Mountain State Park will host a poetry reading by Greenville’s first Poet Laureate, Glenis Redmond, this Saturday, April 20 from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. She will share poems from her new book “The Song of Everything: A Poet’s Exploration of South Carolina’s State Parks,” which you can purchase on Six & Main.
Drink
Fika Kaffefestival — a new celebration of local coffee roasters, coffee shops, and bakeries — is coming to Other Lands on Saturday, May 4 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The event, “rooted in Swedish tradition,” is about “taking a break from the daily hustle to relax, recenter, and reconnect.” Get tickets.
Methodical Coffee is expanding to Columbia (hey, COLAtoday) with a new two-story location planned in the Capital City’s Bull Street District.
Featured Job
Are you a dedicated and dynamic educator looking to jumpstart your career? Christ Church Episcopal School is hiring for full-time positions in lower, middle, and upper schools in Greenville, SC. Learn more + apply.*
Try This
It’s springtime in Asheville — which means Biltmore’s gardens are bursting with vibrant blooms. See the bounty of benefits offered with an Annual Pass + secure yours at a $90 discount now through Tuesday, April 30.*
Listen
The death of a loved one is universally difficult and personal. Grief can be an especially challenging process, but knowing more about it can help you cope, understand, and grow through loss.*
What’s better than freshly-picked strawberries? | Photo by 6AM City
It’s time to grab your basket and fill it with locally-grown berries from the berry patch.
Stewart Farms, 6600 SC-92, Enoree | Open Monday-Saturday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., you can pick your own strawberries for $15 per gallon.
Honey Branch Farm & Garden, 430 Link Rd., Pendleton | This Upstate farm posts its openings on Facebook, and it says U-pick should be open soon.
Beechwood Farms, 102 Beechwood Rd., Marietta | Keep an eye on this local farm’s Facebook page for when they’re open for the U-pick season.
Click the button below to bookmark the full list of Upstate farms where you can pick-your-own berries this spring. Thank you berry much, Kidding Around Greenville.
Is this the craziest ice cream sundae you’ve ever seen? Hendrix Chicken, which recently opened at Cartwright Food Hall, is serving a vanilla ice cream scoop atop sweet potato fries and a waffle, topped with cookie butter, chocolate sauce, and a cherry. I’ll eat just about anything with cookie butter, so consider me intrigued.
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