05.28.2024

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87º | 10% chance of precipitation
Sunrise 6:18 a.m. | Sunset 8:36 p.m.

Culture

Here’s our Greenville Mad Libs

An orange and blue sunset over the bridge at Falls Park, with water rushing over the rocks.

We’re not mad about these libs. | Photo by @chris_leyland_photography

We had an idea: What if we did a Greenville Mad Libs game that our readers filled in for us?

We asked you for your best nouns, verbs, and adjectives for this game, and here’s what we came up with.

Welcome to Greenville, the squiggly gem of South Carolina. Nestled in the foothills of the Great Craggy, our vibrant city is known for its cattywampus downtown, rabid aardvarks parks, and rich bodacious scene.

Take a stroll down Main Street and you’ll find yourself surrounded by curly boutiques, dolphins restaurants, and lively Yeti rambler music drifting through the air. Don’t forget to stop by Falls Park, where you can admire the majestic wallpaper and feel the mist of the Stecca bread on your face.

For the outdoorsy types, Greenville offers endless clowns opportunities. From hiking along the silky Prisma Health Swamp Rabbit Trail to kayaking down the dapper waters of Lake Jocassee, there’s something for everyone to matriculate in the great outdoors.

Let’s not forget about the incandescent arts + culture scene. The Greenville Peanut Butter Sandwich Museum showcases a collection of angry kangaroos, while the Peace Center hosts stingrays performances year-round.

Whether you’re a foodie, a nature lover, or an art aficionado, Greenville has something effervescent for you. So come visit and experience the magic of our glittery Southern city for yourself.

It’s so beautiful, we’re tearing up.

Events

Tuesday, May 28

Alec Flynn | Tuesday, May 28 | 7 p.m. | Comedy Zone Greenville, 221 N. Main St., Greenville | $25-$35 | Get ready to laugh with this comedian from Colorado.
Greer Farmers Market Summer Tuesdays | Tuesday, May 28 | 4:30-7:30 p.m. | Greer City Park, 301 E. Poinsett St., Greer | Free | Shop 40+ vendors, enjoy live music, and snack at a food truck.
Greenville Drive vs. Rome Emperors | Tuesday, May 28 | 7 p.m. | Fluor Field, 945 S. Main St., Greenville | $8-25 | Gates open at 6 p.m. for a great night of Drive baseball.*

Wednesday, May 29

Wiggle Wednesday | Wednesday, May 29 | 4-6 p.m. | Sun and Soil Plant Parlor, 403 Augusta St., Greenville | Free entry | Stop by with your furry friend and mingle with fellow pup + plant lovers and enjoy complimentary beverages.

Thursday, May 30

Indigo Dying Drop-In Class | Thursday, May 30 | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | Vino and Van Gogh, 1818 Augusta St., Ste. 112, Greenville | $20 | Learn about Shibori indigo dying folds + techniques and bring your own things to dye.
“Escape to Margaritaville” | Thursday, May 30-Sunday, June 23 | Times vary | Greenville Theatre, 444 College St., Greenville | $38-$40 | Enjoy the hits of Jimmy Buffett brought to life in this musical comedy.

Calendar of events here

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News Notes

Art

That’s some Good Art Co., no? Good Art Co. — located at 10 Central Ave. — is launching a new exhibit called “WET PAINT: Art Celebrating the Upstate’s Waterways” on Friday, June 7. Explore works featuring water from 20 artists in partnership with Conestee Nature Preserve.

Outdoors

Speaking of water… All three of Greenville County Recreations water parks are now open everyday for the summer. Looking for more ways to cool off? Keep your eyes out for a list from your two favorite City Editors coming soon + let us know your favorite spot.

Read

Author Taylor Brown — winner of the Montana Prize in Fiction + a three-time finalist for the Southern Book Prize — is coming to Greenville this Thursday, May 30. M. Judson is hosting a Books Over Drinks with the author, so snag your tickets and learn about Brown’s new book, “Rednecks.”

Asked

Happy Tuesday, Greenville. We need your help yet again. Do you know of any songs written about Greenville? How about songs that make you think of Greenville? We’re trying to update our playlists and might just write an article about them while we’re at it.

Pro Tip

Dusty ceilings out of reach? Screw a high-nap paint roller on a broom handle for extended reach, then lightly dampen the roller and glide it smoothly across the ceiling in one pass. For a more effortless clean, call the team at Two Maids of Greenville at 864-626-3343.*

Shop

Not sure what to gift for a birthday? Millions of Peaches has you covered. This woman-owned biz focuses on curated, local gift boxes for many occasions.*

Finance

If you spent your whole Sunday reorganizing your closet, here’s another spring cleaning suggestion: Move your credit card debt. This card offers 0% interest on a balance transfer until nearly 2026. That’s almost two years to pay off your balance, sans interest. Plus, you’ll earn 2% cash back on purchases.*

The Buy

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Answered

What’s your go-to karaoke song?

A girl with jeans and a pink top singing into a microphone with a disco ball backdrop and balloons in the background

We wish we could hear through the screen. | Photo by Group Therapy

We asked you what your go-to karaoke song was, and you did not disappoint.

“Hold Me, Thrill Me, Kiss Me” by Mel Carter — Cobb O.
“Say It Ain’t So” by Wheezer — Mike V.
“We Belong” by Pat Benetar — Adriana G.
“Ring of Fire” by Johnny Cash — Steve K.
“We’re Not Gonna Take It” by Twisted Sister — Stephen Y.
“I’ve Got Friends in Low Places” by Garth Brooks — Laurie M.

Check out our karaoke guide for places to belt your heart out.

The Wrap

Today’s edition by:
Stephanie

From the editor

I had so much fun with the Greenville Mad Libs. We got more responses than I could have imagined, so I think we’ll do this more often.

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