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🥇 Learn to break like an Olympian

Break it down: New sports at the Paris 2024 Olympics
GVLtoday Paris Olympics
These are the medals of the Paris 2024 Olympics. | Photo via Thomas Deschamps + Paris 2024 Pressroom
The Paris 2024 Olympics is featuring several new + newish sports: breaking, skateboarding, sport climbing, surfing, and 3x3 basketball. Let’s explore what you need to know about one of these new events and its rules.

Ah, we can just picture that Olympics podium and those shiny medals now.

Breaking

Breaking (aka breakdancing) is making its Olympic debut after a resounding success in the 2018 Summer Youth Olympic Games in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Rooted in hip-hop culture, breaking originated in the US and dates back to the 1970s.

In Paris, the sport will be split up into separate events for men and women (but the judging criteria will be the same). Here’s what to know:
  • The three main elements are top rock, down rock, and freeze. Check out how each of these moves are performed.
  • Athletes (aka breakers) compete in a 1x1 format (which is why a competition is often called a “battle”). The breakers take alternate turns or “throw-downs” performing their routines. Each throw-down can last up to 60 seconds.
  • The breakers’ throw-downs will be judged on personality, technique, creativity, variety, performativity, and musicality.
Breaking battles will take place on Friday, Aug. 9 and Saturday, Aug. 10 at La Concorde in the heart of Paris.

Ready to bust a move? Hip hop yourself over to these dance studios to try breaking in Greenville + check out our full guide on where to take a dance class in Greenville.

Artistic Edge Dance Center | 75 Orchard Park Dr., Greenville
You and your kids can learn jazz, contemporary, ballet, tap, hip-hop, pointe, or acro.

West End Dance Company | 3010 E. N. St., Ste. A, Greenville
Adults can learn tap, jazz, and hip-hop.

Adrenaline Dance Fitness | 301 Airport Rd., Ste. C, Greenville
This fitness studio describes itself as “a workout disguised as a party.” You’ll learn hip-hop, pop, alternative, and Latin music combos guaranteed to get your body moving.
Asked

What new Olympic sport(s) are you most excited to watch?
A. Breaking
B. Skateboarding
C. Sport Climbing
D. Surfing
E. 3x3 Basketball
Be a good sport
Metropolitan Arts Council (MAC)
 
Events
Tuesday, Aug. 6
  • Gluten-Free Asian-Inspired Cooking Class | Tuesday, Aug. 6 | 6-8 p.m. | Harvest Kitchen | $28 | Learn how to make tasty + gluten-free, Asian-inspired dishes as an experienced chef guides you through the process.
  • Cake & Whiskey | Tuesday, Aug. 6 | 6-8 p.m. | Revel | Free entry | At this networking event, business women can meet, talk about both business and life outside of work, and make connections.
  • adidas Employee Store Open House | Tuesday, Aug. 6– Sunday, Aug. 11 | Hours vary | 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 back-to-school apparel and footwear you won’t find anywhere else. Ask store associates for more details about the special 50% discount.*
Wednesday, Aug. 7
  • Midweek Market | Wednesday, Aug. 7 | 5-8 p.m. | 133 N. Poinsett Hwy., Greenville | Free entry | Shop at this grocery-focused market hosted by the Travelers Rest Farmers Market.
  • Irish Music Session | Wednesday, Aug. 7 | 6:30-9 p.m. | The Pub for What Ales You | Free entry | Spend the evening with a gathering of acoustic musicians sharing traditional Irish music.
Thursday, Aug. 8
  • Back To School Mimosa Morning | Thursday, Aug. 8 | 8:30 a.m. | The Community Tap | Free entry | After you drop your kids off for the first day of school, swing by and sip on discounted mimosas + munch on complimentary snacks.
  • Angkor Pop-Up | Thursday, Aug. 8 | 5-8:45 p.m. | Greenville Beer Exchange Bottle Shop, 7 Laurens St., Ste. A | Free entry | Dine on dishes from the debut of SC’s first Cambodian restaurant as it prepares to open its brick-and-mortar in the next few months.
Calendar of events here
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Fact or Fiction

💰 Debunking common lottery myths
A person holding up a lottery ticket and sign that says "I won!"
South Carolina is committed to busting myths about the lottery through their Better U program. | Photo courtesy of SC Lottery
Think you know the SC Lottery? Let’s clear up a few misconceptions:

The lottery makes and keeps all the money.
Actually, lottery dollars are used for prizes and retailer commissions, and proceeds support local educational programs.

Lottery employees and their families are the ones winning and getting rich.
Nope. To keep things fair, employees and their immediate families cannot play the SC Lottery.

Playing more will increase your chances of winning.
No. Your odds stay the same no matter how often you play.
2 more busted myths
News Notes
Weather
  • Debby made landfall as a category one hurricane yesterday + is expected to bring unprecedented rainfall and historic flooding to the SC coast, prompting a state of emergency. Meteorologists are calling it a “slow-moving storm.” Here in Greenville, we’re expecting just 1-3 inches of rain compared to 12+ inches along the coast. (WYFF 4)
Open
  • Nic & Norman’s — the speakeasy-style restaurant created by cast and crew members from “The Walking Dead” — is now open for dinner. Head to the former Smoke on the Water location in West Greenville Tuesdays-Sundays from 4-10 p.m. and grab a bite... of brains. Just kidding, that’s not on the menu.
Eat
  • There’s nothing common about this. Our friends at Post and Courier Greenville put together a list of what’s currently open at The Commons expansion. LaRue Sweet Treats, Kuka Juice, MooHogz Craft BBQ, and Indigo Indian Street Kitchen are ready to curb your hunger + two more concepts are in the works.
Development
  • The Mosaic Townes (a ~seven-acre development in the West End) got a thumbs up from the city planning commission for subdivision approval. The plan is to build three five-story mixed-use apartment buildings “around a central plaza” and could potentially have a grocery tenant.
Closing
  • Hot Box — a concept from Myami Bites (formerly at Gather GVL) — is closing its pop-up shop at Eighth State Brewery this Sunday, Aug. 11 (or until sold out). Grab one last Cuban sandwich, a pint, and say goodbye.
Feel Good
  • The Greenville Zoo put together a video of what Olympic sports it thinks Adira the orangutan would excel at. The list includes bowling, gymnastics + hide-and-seek. If we had a gold medal, we’d give it to her right now.
Arts
  • Greenville Center for Creative Arts (GCCA) announced its Brandon Fellows for the 2024-2025 season. These artists are 21-30 years old + will participate in a 12-month fellowship and will receive free studio space at GCCA, mentorship, and a $750 stipend for supplies. (Greenville Journal)
Finance
  • Planning a wedding? Buying a house? Greenville Federal Credit Union has a new savings account that can help your money grow and flow. Learn more.*
Pets
  • Back to school season is underway and Oasis Animal Hospital is here to educate you with a monthly series on pet care. Here’s what to know about heat stroke in dogs, including causes, symptoms + how to protect our furry friends from the dangers of overheating.*
Family
Real Estate
  • Looking for a move-in ready office space with free onsite parking right out the front door? Located in the heart of the Village of West Greenville, this fully furnished suite in the newly renovated Poe West offers multiple private offices, breakout rooms, conference rooms, and open spaces. What’s available: the 1,480-sqft space or the 3,517-sqft space — or both. See the listing.*
Home
  • Drafty windows = higher utility bills. Get beautiful Renewal by Andersen® windows with a limited time buy one, get one 40% off deal — plus, take $200 off your order.*
 
Development

This steels the deal
GVLtoday Honor Tower GIF
Don’t steel our vibe. | Photos by Mayor Knox White
After years of planning, Honor Tower at Unity Park is taking shape. Two towers from SC Steel in Taylors were delivered yesterday, Aug. 5.

The structure pictured above will not be visible when the tower is complete, but will support:
  • The elevator
  • The stairs
  • The observation deck
  • The mechanical platforms
Click below to take a look at the Honor Tower by the numbers.
The Buy

The Buy 8.06.24 (Affiliate)
Colorful felt tip pens, patterned file folders, and a rolling utility cart — because it’s back-to-school shopping season, aka the perfect time to stock up on office supplies and organization essentials.
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The Wrap
 
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Today’s edition by:
Stephanie
From the editor
Are you looking for ways to enjoy the last few days before school starts back on Thursday? We put together a list of “end of summer activities” (yes, we know summer isn’t officially over until September) to soak up the summer vibes.
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