Greer Farmers Market | Tuesday, July 16 | 4:30-7:30 p.m. | Greer City Park, 301 E. Poinsett St., Greer | Free entry | Shop 40+ vendors, enjoy live music, and snack at a food truck.
Movies in the Park: “Under the Boardwalk” | Tuesday, July 16 | 7:30 p.m. | Heritage Park, 861 SE. Main St., Simpsonville | Free | Watch a screening of the 2023 animated film “Under the Boardwalk.”
Wednesday, July 17
Business and Bagels | Wednesday, July 17 | 8:30 a.m. | Bellamore, 552 Memorial Dr. Ext., Greer | Free | RSVP online to enjoy complimentary coffee, bagels, and a talk from Scott Lorenzo of Goldenrod Audio.
Thursday, July 18
Mike Goodwin | Thursday, July 18 | 7 p.m. | Comedy Zone Greenville, 221 N. Main St., Greenville | $25-$40 | You may have seen this comedian on “America’s Got Talent” with his material that discusses life experiences as a husband and father.
Friday, July 19
Salsa at Sunset | Friday, July 19 | 6:15-10 p.m. | Camperdown Plaza, 315 S. Main St., Greenville | Free entry | Join Upstate International and BDV Solutions for an evening of music and salsa dancing.
Peach Fest | Friday, July 19 | 11 a.m.-6 p.m. | Swamp Rabbit Cafe and Grocery, 205 Cedar Lane Rd., Greenville | Free entry | Take part in this celebration of local peaches with face painting, ice cream, and a watermelon explosion contest — check the website for specific event times.
If the idea of a walk with your dog in the park (local coffee in-hand) no longer sparks joy, keep reading. | Photo via Pexels
If the thought of grabbing a treat from Grateful Brew or taking a stroll in Falls Park still can’t get you out of bed, you might need some support.
While Greenville has many excellent, local mental health counselors, therapists, and resources, if you’re looking for a therapy option completely online — available in as little as 24 hours, and at a 25% off discount — BetterHelp can, well, help.
California-based restaurant Dave’s Hot Chicken is set to open in Greenville on Friday, July 19. The hot chicken chain’s second South Carolina location will open at 1224 Woodruff Rd. (Upstate Business Journal)
Eat
Mark your calendars for August 15-25; Restaurant Week South Carolina is headed to Greenville. Expect to see restaurants like The Lazy Goat, Jianna, and Soby’s dishing out special dishes, menus, and deals.
Open
7 p.m. on Sunday night. That’s when people started lining up for the grand opening of South Carolina’s first Whataburger in Boiling Springs. Later this month, Greenville will get its own location on Woodruff Road. (WYFF)
Theater
Individual tickets to the Peace Center’s 2024-25 Broadway season will go on sale Monday, July 22 at 10 a.m. The 10-show season includes productions like “The Lion King,” “Hamilton,” and “Moulin Rouge! The Musical.”
Ranked
Big news for those of us who like to avoid TLC’s advice — Greenville was ranked one of the top five cities with America’s best urban waterfalls by Yahoo Life. Reedy River Falls came in at No. 2 and was called “a masterpiece of urban redesign.”
History
The second Greenville County Historical Society lecture series event will take place this Thursday, July 18. Head to First Presbyterian Church of Greenville (200 W. Washington St.) at 6:30 p.m. for a peek behind the formation of Greenville’s earliest roads.
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Where to shop for international food in Greenville
Enjoy a meal at Pita House’s restaurant after picking up a few bottles of their homemade hot sauce. | Photo via Pita House
Anyone else remember Disney’s “Pass the Plate” series? Today, we’re taking you on a journey to find international food right here in Greenville.
Check out 20 local international food markets and stores where you can find flavors from around the world.
Pita House, 495 S. Pleasantburg Dr. | Bring cash to this Middle Eastern restaurant and grocery store. Pro tip: The gas station next door has an ATM.
Saigon Market, 1540 Wade Hampton Blvd. J| This family-owned and operated Asian grocery store has been around since 1995.
Supermercado y Panadería La Esperanza, 1152 N. Pleasantburg Dr. | Shop an assortment of meats, baked goods, fruits, and vegetables from Central and South America + Mexico. Bonus: Try the tacos from La Esperanza’s food truck.
Tropical Foods, 1368 N. Pleasantburg Dr. | Find a selection of African, Jamaican, and Caribbean foods, fashion, and cosmetics.
V-GO Indian Grocery, 55 Park Woodruff Dr. | Cruise through multiple aisles of Indian groceries and goods.
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Hey, Greenville. You’ll be seeing my face while Danielle is out enjoying a well-deserved vacation. Lately, I’ve been working to perfect my own summery tomato sandwich (rosemary sourdough + tomatoes are a fantastic combo, btw), but I have a hunch the bites at Greenville’s taste-off will be better than mine.
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