07.05.2024

Today’s Forecast

95º | 30% chance of precipitation
Sunrise 6:22 a.m. | Sunset 8:47 p.m.

A Message From Our Team

Happy Fifth of July. We were a bit distracted by yesterday’s fireworks and clicked send too soon. If this email looks familiar, let’s call it two for the price of one. Scroll down to the Wrap for a little bonus: A list of our favorite vintage shops.

Slow month? No problem

Beat the boredom during the slower months in Greenville with this guide

There’s nothing boring about Greenville. | Photo by @sonerakbas_

Greenville feels like it’s always bustling, so it can come as a shock when there are less events on our calendar. July tends to be one of those slower months in our city, so we put together a list of things to do when there isn’t an event to attend.

Free things to do

Who else’s city has a list of fun, free things to do on its official site? We’re not sure, but ours does. Find the Mice on Main, check out our public artwork, or visit one of our parks.

Our friends at Kidding Around Greenville also put together a list of 30+ free things to do with your kiddos.

Do a craft

There are plenty of places to get your craft on in Greenville. Partake in a sip and paint night at Vino and Van Gogh or build your own terrarium at Sun and Soil Plant Parlor.

GVLtoday Paris Mountain State Park — When we tell you to take a hike, we mean it literally. | Photo by @upstatedaily

Take a hike

Soak in nature and get outside (but make sure you have plenty of water + sunscreen) with our hiking guide.

Go tubing

Cool off with a splash at one of these tubing locations and beat the heat. We don’t recommend trying this in January. Mostly because it’ll be cold, but also because most of these places will be closed.

Visit a museum

If going outdoors isn’t your thing, spend some time in the AC at one of our local museums. Pro tip: The Upcountry History Museum has a Star Wars exhibit right now.

A man with a hat that says "Golf" playing indoor putt putt on a "Toy Story" themed hole. — We like big putts and we cannot lie. | Photo by Group Therapy

Play some games

Grab your putter (figuratively, they have them there) and head to Group Therapy Pub & Playground for a round of indoor putt putt, throw some axes, or try indoor curling.

Are you a puzzle solver? Try an escape room at Escape Artist Greenville or Breakout Games.

Did we miss your favorite thing to do in the off months? Be sure to let us know how you fight the boredom using the button below.

Be fun and let us know

Events

Friday, July 5

Live Music: Naylah Campechano | Friday, July 5 | 6-8 p.m. | Gather Greenville, 126 Augusta St., Greenville | Free entry | Feast your ears on this Gather’s Got Talent singer + songwriter while you feast your stomach on food and drinks.
Glow Night | Friday, July 5 | 8-10 p.m. | Sky Zone Trampoline Park, 2465 Laurens Rd., Greenville | $25 | Wear your brightest gear + get ready for a night of jumps under the neon lights.
Greenville Drive vs. Asheville Tourists | Friday, July 5 | 7 p.m. | Fluor Field, 945 S. Main St., Greenville | Prices vary | Fans can compete to beat current World Records throughout the game, with Friday Night Fireworks to follow.*
adidas Employee Store Open House | Friday, July 5-Tuesday, July 9 | Store hours vary | adidas Employee Store, 10 Quest Ln., Greenville | Price of purchase | For a limited time, adidas is giving insider access to its Employee Store; usually invite-only, score up to 50% off adidas apparel and footwear you won’t find anywhere else.*

Saturday, July 6

Red, White, and Brew Bar Crawl | Saturday, July 6 | 4-10 p.m. | Abanico Tapas Bar, 21 E. Washington St., Greenville | $0-$25 | Celebrate the Fourth of July with themed drinks, patriotic outfits, and live music.
Greenville Drive vs. Asheville Tourists | Saturday, July 6 | 7 p.m. | Fluor Field, 945 S. Main St., Greenville | Prices vary | It’s Marvel Defenders of the Diamond night, featuring special uniforms and character appearances.*

Sunday, July 7

Books & Brews: Diavola | Sunday, July 7 | 1-2:30 p.m. | The People’s Tap, 250 RiverPlace, Greenville | Free entry | Discuss this mystery + romance book set in Italy as you sip on a brew.

Calendar of events here

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News Notes

Announced

Lights, camera, action. Goodwill Industries of Upstate/Midlands South Carolina + Urban League of the Upstate are starting a film academy in the Upstate. The academy will offer a four-week course that teaches skills needed to work in the film industry. We’re ready for our close-up.

Theater

That’s show biz. Mauldin Theatre Company announced its 2024-2025 season, kicking (literally) off with “A Chorus Line,” and featuring other shows like “Sweeny Todd,” “Mean Girls Jr.,” and “Romeo and Juliet.” Spend an evening with local stars and get tickets.

Watch

Catch “Kung Fu Panda 4” at Judson Mill on Friday, July 12 at 7 p.m. as part of its “Movies at the Mill” series. BYO chairs + picnic blankets and grab a snack or a drink from a local vendor.

Asked

Where’s your favorite spot to go on a “friend date?” Do you enjoy crafting together? Grabbing dinner? Getting a mani + pedi? Be a pal and let us know.

Arts

Greenville’s artsiest evening is back tonight, July 5. Local galleries and venues around town will be open to the public from 6-9 p.m. for another lively round of First Fridays. Browse participating galleries.*

Eat

Looking to add a new dinner recipe to your rotation? We’re bookmarking these Coca-Cola pulled pork sandwiches for an easy-to-cook meal. Hint: It simmers in the slow cooker all day.*

Announced

This ~~rocks~~ Bloc’s

BlocHaven Climbing gets new lanes

Rock the Bloc with these new auto-belay lanes. | Photo by BlocHaven

We’re reaching new heights. BlocHaven — an indoor rock-climbing gym located in Judson Mill — now has five new auto-belay lines.

What’s an auto-belay line?

If you’ve been climbing before, you know it’s important to have a partner that helps retract + release your climbing rope. An auto-belay line eliminates the need for another person by doing that automatically.

Now, you can grab a coffee from the cafe, take a yoga class, and climb the wall, with or without a partner.

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The Wrap

Today’s edition by:
Stephanie

From the editor

The long holiday weekend is the perfect time for a bit of shopping. From flea markets to vintage shops and antique stores, here’s our City Guide filled with places to find unique items around Greenville.

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