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86º | 18% chance of precipitation
Sunrise 6:35 a.m. | Sunset 8:35 p.m.
 

Editor’s Note
Happy Saturday, Greenville. It’s been a bit dreary this week, but we’re not letting that get us down; in fact, it may just be the perfect excuse to grab a group of friends and play some indoor games at Group Therapy.
 
Events
This Weekend
  • Tomato Sandwich Taste-Off | Saturday, July 27 | 9:30-11:30 a.m. | Greenville | $28 | Try tomato sandwich creations by top local chefs and vote on who you think deserves the Tomato Trophy.
  • Altered States Festival | Saturday, July 27 | 12-10 p.m. | Eighth State Brewing, 400 Augusta St., Greenville | $60-$400 | This annual music and libations festival celebrates live music, artists, and (of course) craft beer.
  • “The Princess Bride": An Inconceivable Evening with Cary Elwes | Saturday, July 27 | 7:30 p.m. | Peace Center, 300 S. Main St., Greenville | $50 | Join the actor behind Westley’s character in this behind-the-scenes look and screening of the classic film.
  • Boozy Book Fair at Fireforge: Back to School | Sunday, July 28 | 1-3 p.m. | Fireforge, 311 E. Washington St., Greenville | Free | The Scholastic Book Fair we all loved as kids, made for adults — RSVP online.
Plan Ahead
  • Idina Menzel | Wednesday, Aug. 7 | 7:30 p.m. | Peace Center, 300 S. Main St., Greenville | $65-$110 | Watch the wickedly talented Tony Award-winning star of musicals like “Rent” and “Wicked” + movies like “Frozen.”
  • End of Summer Float-a-Palooza | Saturday, Aug. 10 | 10 a.m.-8 p.m. | Saluda Lake Landing, 605 Motor Boat Club Rd., Greenville | $15-$25 | Celebrate the end of summer with music, food, drinks, and floating on the water.
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Top Stories
GVLtoday Bowling

2028 will bring Greenville’s largest event to date | Greenville will host the 2028 USBC Open Championships, bringing an estimated 50,000 bowlers to the city. Read up on what the tournament is and how it might impact Greenvillians.

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Greenville spots as emojis | Our readers loved solving these emoji puzzles about popular local venues. Warning: The answer key is on the same page as the puzzles.

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Where to shop for international foods | From Colombian bakeries to Asian supermarkets, Greenville has no shortage of spots to shop for flavors from around the world.
 
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News Notes
Announced
  • Eugenia Duke Bridge — located behind the Peace Center — has reopened for the weekend. The bridge will close once more starting on Monday, July 29 and remain closed from 7 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. through Friday, Aug. 2.
Biz
  • Venture Carolina recently announced Upstate Upstarts, a list that will increase the visibility of early-stage tech companies in the Upstate. A new Upstate Upstarts fund through Venture Carolina + other partners will allow investors to help fund the companies on the list.
Eat
  • The inaugural Lewis Hatch Chile Roast plans to spice up the city on Sunday, Aug. 25. Lewis Barbecue will bring in more than 3,000 pounds of fresh Hatch chiles for the event that will feature food, drinks, live music, and a kiddie corral.
Real Estate
  • A community sports pavilion and 12 homesites are planned for The Cliffs’ Mountain Park community. The homesites will range from 1.19 to 4.25 acres and start at ~$300,000. The pavilion will include a dog park + tennis and pickleball courts. (Upstate Business Journal)
Closing
  • Bossy Bakers will be closing its doors in October. Kava Konnection plans to expand into the space, and as of now, there are no plans for Bossy Bakers to continue services elsewhere.
Opening
  • Upstate Growers Market is set to take over the former Bee Bee’s Drive Thru that closed back in January. Want to keep up with all the most recent restaurants and bars that are opening or closing in our area? Read more on our website. (WYFF)
Jobs
Legacy
  • It takes a village, as they say. As proud Greenvillians, we’re inspired by the contributions of our most tenured community members. Please join us in celebrating the legacies of those who have recently died. (Greenville Journal)
 
City Guide

🍽️ Time to eat farm-to-table

Farmers markets in Greenville
A clear plastic container holding a large cinnamon bun with white frosting on top. In the background, many people are standing or walking on a tree-lined street.
There’s nothing like a cinnamon roll from the TD Saturday Market. | Photo by GVLtoday
Get ready to fill up your reusable shopping bags with fruits and veggies, Greenville. In the spirit of supporting all things local, we’ve rounded up nine farmers markets in the Greenville area where you’ll find fresh food, live music, and local vendors.

TD Saturday Market | Saturdays, May through October | 8 a.m.-12 p.m.
  • Features: 75 vendors, live music, children’s activities, and chef demonstrations
  • Parking: Free parking in the Richardson Street Garage
  • Space: Outdoors
Greenville State Farmers Market | Monday-Saturday, year-round | 8 a.m.-6 p.m.
  • Features: Locally grown products and specialty goods
  • Parking: Free lot
  • Space: Mostly indoors
Note: The market is closed on Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, and New Year’s Day.

Bridgeway Farmers Market | Thursdays, May through October | 4-8 p.m.
  • Features: Vendors, hands-on classes or activities, and live music
  • Parking: Lot parking available
  • Space: Outdoors, partially covered
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