Plus, festivals to attend for Labor Day Weekend.
 
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91º | 20% chance of precipitation
Sunrise 7:02 a.m. | Sunset 7:57 p.m.

 

Editor’s Note

Do you hear that? It’s the sound of mimosas pouring, grills firing, and college football fans getting ready to tailgate. Football is back, baby. Whether your day consists of being near a television at all times, or you’re looking for an activity to get out and enjoy the sunshine on this three-day, holiday weekend, we’ve got you covered.
 
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Events
This Weekend
  • Clemson-Georgia Tailgate party | Saturday, Aug. 31 | 11 a.m. | The Mill at Fountain Inn | Free entry | This family-friendly tailgate features food and drink specials from Fountain Inn Brewing Co., giveaways, a live DJ, and food trucks.
  • Labor Day Luau | Saturday, Aug. 31-Monday, Sept. 2 | Times vary | Gather Greenville | Free entry | Say goodbye to summer with this three-day celebration featuring pop-up vendors, live music, and a dance party.
  • Dacusville Farm Show | Saturday, Aug. 31-Sunday, Sept. 1 | Times vary | 3147 Earls Bridge Rd., Easley | $0-$5 | Enjoy a weekend full of family fun, farm heritage exhibitors with their tractors, food vendors, and crafts.
  • Spirit Fest 2024 ft. Tye Tribbett | Sunday, Sept. 1 | 5 p.m. | Bon Secours Wellness Arena | $45-$75 | Tye Tribbett returns as the headliner for an evening of high-energy and dynamic worship.
Plan Ahead
  • BMW Charity Pro-Am’s Women’s Golf Networking Event | Tuesday, Sept. 3 | 5 p.m. | 3’s Greenville Golf and Grubhouse | $25-$40 | Network over drinks and test your skills with the Humps and Bumps putting contest.
  • Planting a Fall Vegetable Garden | Tuesday, Sept. 3 + Thursday, Sept. 5 | 6:30-7:30 p.m. | Pavilion Recreation Complex | $0-$6 | Learn what grows well in fall and winter, how to prepare your beds, and when to start planting.
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News Notes
Announced
  • Scout’s Doughnuts announced some sweet news: It’s opening a second Greenville location next month. The location is currently under wraps, but you can drop your guesses on this Instagram post with a sneak peek of the space.
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Open
  • Place the sorting hat on your head and fly your broom to The Press Room for its new pop-up experience, The Wizards’ Chamber. Sip on magic potion cocktails + indulge in bites straight from the Wizarding World.
Eat
  • Chattanooga-based restaurant STIR is moving into 300 E. McBee Ave. as part of the renovation + expansion plans. 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.
Biz
  • Cheers. Alcoholic beverages are returning to Local Cue. While it will be a few weeks before the bar is up and running again, the restaurant will remain open from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. ICYMI, the sports bar cited the SC Venue Crisis (rising liquor liability insurance rates) as its reason for halting alcohol sales.
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.
Finance
  • Fall into savings (see what we did there?) with 18 months of 0% APR on balance transfers, plus no annual fee. Adding this card to our wallet feels as comfy as our favorite cardigan.*
 
City Guide

Did someone say brunch?

50+ brunch restaurants to try in Greenville

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Pro tip: Multiple juice options for mimosas is always the vibe. | Photo at The 07 by GVLtoday
In this town, brunchin’ ain’t easy but it’s necessary.

Luckily, you have us to scout things out. We listed a whole brunch of options. Note: All times listed are brunch-only.

New and noteworthy

Draper Purveying Company, 25 W. Washington St. | Saturday + Sunday 10 a.m.-3 p.m. | Downtown’s newest brunch place features live music, biscuit benedicts, and breakfast classics like pancakes, french toast, and omelettes.

The 07, 1010 Laurens Rd. | Saturday 11 a.m.-2 p.m. | Grab a spot on the patio and try items like the berry + basil crepes or the artichoke, spinach, and potato frittata from the new brunch menu as you listen to a live DJ or music.

HeyDay, 2510 Poinsett Hwy. | Saturday + Sunday 10 a.m.-3 p.m. | After a successful first Sunday Brunch, this indoor-outdoor, family-friendly spot is already expanding to Saturdays with items like the Liege Chicken Sandwich + the Smoked Salmon Everything Bagel.
50 more brunch spots
 
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