Warmer weather is on its way — it’s time to enjoy the fresh air and prep for spring + summer gatherings, both indoor and outdoor. | Photos provided by Wayfair
Recently moved or using spring cleaning as an excuse to finally finish off that one room you just haven’t gotten around to? If either of these are you, or you’ve just had your eye on a big piece of furniture or new kitchen appliance for a while, your time has come.
We did some shopping ourselves and are sharing our favorite deals below for inspo. Happy shopping, GVL.
What we’re eyeing
Ultra Durable Cookware Set: This set of royal blue cookware is the cutest way to live your chef-core dreams.
Steel Frame Set Pool: Summer is coming, and if you’re looking for a way to cool off, look no further than this pool.
Iyanna Porch Swing: Imagine sitting in your backyard reading a book on this cute and cozy swinging porch chair.
Shop and save up to 80% on everything from faucets to furniture, plus cookware and bakeware, mattresses, outdoor furniture, and more with thousands of sitewide discounts, limited-time flash deals, and — our favorite perk — free shipping on everything.
The deets on discounts
Shopping for a specific category? With savings ranging, here’s a breakdown of some of the discounted categories we’re pulling from to spruce up our space:
A. Outdoor furniture B. Kitchen products and appliances (think: Le Creuset, Cuisinart, and KitchenAid) C. Table + drinkware for entertaining D. Home décor
Mother’s Day Bouquet | Monday, May 6 | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | Vino & Van Gogh, 1818 Augusta St., Ste. 112, Greenville | $40 | Give your mom flowers that will last forever at this sip and paint night — BYOB.
Carolina Bronze Handbell Concert | Monday, May 6 | 7-8:15 p.m. | Westminster Presbyterian Church, 2310 August St., Greenville | Free | Hear original compositions, transcriptions, and arrangements that include Disney favorites, rock, and pop music.
Tuesday, May 7
“Star Wars” Trivia | Tuesday, May 7 | 7-8 p.m. | Group Therapy Pub & Playground, 320 Falls St., Ste. G, Greenville | Free entry | Get ready to channel your inner Jedi and compete for one of the top three prizes.
Greer Farmers Market Summer Tuesdays | Tuesday, May 7 | 4:30-7:30 p.m. | Greer City Park, 301 E. Poinsett St., Greer | Free entry | Shop 40+ vendors, enjoy live music, snack at a food truck, and partake in the kick-off party.
Wednesday, May 8
Sip and Spray | Wednesday, May 8 | 6-7:30 p.m. | Carolina Bauernhaus, 556 Perry Ave., Greenville | $40 | Unleash your inner artist at this workshop as you learn the fundamentals + craft an original art piece while sipping on local craft beverages.
Chocolate and Bourbon Together | Wednesday, May 8 | 6:30-8 p.m. | LaRue Fine Chocolate, 556 Perry Ave., Ste. B115, Greenville | $50-$100 | Taste pairings of LaRue Fine Chocolate and bourbon.
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The Walkabout — a grab-and-go lunch spot from Bellwether + Urban Wren — is permanently closed. The General Manager of the Bellwether said the closure was due to “a combination of issues” and said that it wasn’t producing the profit they were hoping for. (Upstate Business Journal)
Development
Tempo by Hilton, meet West Greenville. A mixed-use development at 319 Rhett St. will break ground in early 2025 to become a Tempo by Hilton — an “elevated and approachable life-style brand” — making it one of five across the world. (The Post and Courier Greenville)
Announced
Starting today through Saturday, June 15, the Cancer Survivors Park boardwalk will be closed from 8 a.m. on Mondays until 5 p.m. on Fridays, but will remain open on Saturdays and Sundays.
Sports
Do you know celebrity trivia? The 2024 BMW Charity Pro-Am is asking you to guess one of the celebs playing in the tournament. He’s a Texas native, was the third overall pick in the 2006 NFL Draft, and played six seasons in the NFL. Comment on this post with your guesses.
Award
Loaves & Fishes announced the winners of the 2024 Taste of the Upstate. To name a few, Urban Wren’s Chef Taylor Montgomey won for “Best Sweet Dish” + Chef Michael Sibert won for “Best Savory Dish.” Check out the full list. (Greenville Journal)
Concert
Several shows at The Radio Room’s new location have been moved due to construction issues. If you have tickets to a show this week, check out this post to see the updated venue.
Announced
Congrats to Susan T. and Sarah W., the final two winners of our Greenville County Teacher + Staff Appreciation Giveaway in partnership with Greenville Federal Credit Union. Susan and Sarah will enjoy $500 worth of gift cards to local favorites like Oase Day Spa, Top Golf, and more.*
A pedestrian bridge could lead to The Well if plans are approved. | Rendering by Johnston Design Group
Greenville is a bustling city, and sometimes you need a status update for all the Upstate development projects going on. Thankfully, our friends at Upstate Business Journal put one together.
The City of Greenville’s Design Review Board deferred the discussion of site plans for this spot until Thursday, May 16. Once the plans are approved, construction is set to begin in Q1 of 2025.
If you’ve been to The Commons in the last few months, you’ve noticed things under wraps. According to Parker Group Development, we can expect the grand opening announcement in the near future.
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Well, it was another busy weekend in Greenville. On Saturday I went to the Polish Fest at Fireforge and Duckfest at Hampton Station, and had a blast at both. Then yesterday I visited Papi’s Tacos for Cinco de Mayo. I really love this city.
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