08.19.2024

Today’s Forecast

87º | 0% chance of precipitation
Sunrise 6:53 a.m. | Sunset 8:12 p.m.

🏃 “I can’t, I’m going to Run Club”

Come for the fitness, stay for the friends. | Photo by Caleb Estell for @runclub_gville

If you’re between The Commons, Unity Park, the Swamp Rabbit Trail, and Cancer Survivors Park on a Monday night, it’s hard to miss the hundreds of people running, jogging, and walking a three-mile loop. If you haven’t seen the Run Club in person, it may have crossed your social media feeds.

This social running group, seemingly, exploded overnight.

City Editor Danielle here. After Run Club took over my friends’ Instagram stories this summer, I laced up my Hokas and went to see what the hype was about. As someone who does not run — I expected to stop by, grab some content, and never return again. Now, I’m a weekly Run Club attendee.

GVL_Run_Club_Ashley_Pearson_AUG2024 — Ashley Pearson + co-partner Jake Thayer organize Greenville Run Club together.
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Photo by Caleb Estell via @runclub_gville

“When it blew up this year, it was so sweet, but it was never my goal for it to get this big,” Run Club founder Ashley Pearson told me. “There are so many different body shapes, ages, and physical abilities just here to move their bodies and find community.”

Run Club started in March 2023 and lasted until daylight saving time ended. Each week, a group of 15-20 runners would hit the trail, and the same number returned in March 2024.

GVL_Run_Club_GIF_AUG2024 — March 2024 to August 2024 | Photos via @runclub_gville

Between word-of-mouth and social media, the club grew from 15 runners in March to an average of 300+ in August. With the increased interest, Pearson hopes to keep the club running through the winter months.

So far, Greenville Run Club’s record is ~350 people. We have ~80,000 subscribers. We challenge you to come out on Monday, Aug. 26 outside Pangaea Brewing at 6:45 p.m. to make it the Run Club’s biggest week yet. Come find me, say hello, and grab a — very exclusive — GVLtoday sticker.

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Events

Monday, Aug. 19

Beer Dinner | Monday, Aug. 19 | 7-8:30 p.m. | New Realm Brewing Co. | $55 | Indulge in this dining experience where each course is matched with a complementary brew.

Tuesday, Aug. 20

Greer Farmers Market Summer Tuesdays | Tuesday, Aug. 20 | 4:30-7:30 p.m. | Greer City Park | Free entry | Shop 40+ vendors, enjoy live music, and snack at a food truck.
Clemson vs. Gamecocks Trivia | Tuesday, Aug. 20 | 7-9 p.m. | Group Therapy Pub & Playground | Free entry | The Tigers face off against the Gamecocks in a battle of wits.

Wednesday, Aug. 21

Cowboy Cactus Garden Workshop | Wednesday, Aug. 21 | 6-7:30 p.m. | Sun and Soil Plant Parlor | $42 | Follow step-by-step instructions on building a cactus garden and caring for it.

Thursday, Aug. 22

CAMP TCMU: No Kids, S’more Fun! Adult Night | Thursday, Aug. 22 | 7-10 p.m. | The Children’s Museum of the Upstate | $75-$135 | Relive summer camp fun as an adult by grooving to a live DJ, enjoying beer + jam tastings, playing camp games, sharing ghost stories, striking a pose in the photo booth, winning raffles, and more.
Candlelight: A Tribute to Coldplay on Strings | Thursday, Aug. 22 | 8:45-10 p.m. | The Westin Poinsett | $57 | Discover the music of Coldplay through string quartet performances at this candlelight concert.

Calendar of events here

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News Notes

Plan Ahead

Hey (Sun)Day. Brunch kicks off at HeyDay on Sunday, Aug. 25. Get ready for a menu boasting a Liège chicken sandwich, a smoked salmon everything bagel, and avocado toast. The new offering also means doors open earlier for brunch at 10 a.m.

Real Estate

Have you dreamed of living in a Main Street storefront? For $3.9 million, you can. Happy Mansion Monday, Greenville. This three-story, restored downtown building features street-level flex space and a residence that spans the two top floors. The location: Between Rick Erwin’s West End Grille and Pomegranate on Main.

Outdoors

Conestee Nature Preserve reopened the West Bay Observation Deck (allowing for a Yellow Trail loop) + the Light Blue Trail. Woodie Walk remains closed for repairs.

Number

7,628. That’s how many oysters The Jones Oyster Co. shucked during Shuck Week earlier this month. There’s plenty more where that came from. Get your tickets to fall and winter oyster roasts before they sell out.

Arts

What happens when local artists + teachers join forces? Engaging and fun learning for students. Through the Metropolitan Arts Council’s SmartARTS program, art is integrated into complex topics to help students better understand them. See a recent collaboration.*

Eat

Soup season is nearly upon us (kind of), so we’re gearing up with an easy minestrone soup. This dish is delicious year-round, but it’s elevated with fresh summer veggies (think: tomatoes and basil). Get cooking.*

Correction

Western-swing group Asleep at the Wheel is rolling into The Peace Center on Sunday, Oct. 20. Spend an evening with the 10-time Grammy Award-winning group as they perform their “Happy Trails” tour. Tickets are on sale now.

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The Wrap

Today’s edition by:
Danielle

From the editor

I think the biggest misconception about Run Club is that you need to be a runner. I am definitely not, and I had an amazing time going at my own pace with some friends (new and old). Overwhelmingly, people I spoke with talked about the community they’ve found on Monday nights, and no matter your speed, you are welcome to come find community, too.

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