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It’s a date

Date night ideas in Greenville

Photo of a White Claw Concert at the Peace Pavilion in downtown Greenville, SC
This date night rocks. | Photo by @lightshiftermusic
Kids, this is the story of how I met your mother, and it was all thanks to GVLtoday.

Ok, so maybe that’s not exactly how the 2000s sitcom went, but if Ted Mosby had consulted us for date night ideas, we could’ve shaved the show down to two seasons (and saved his kids a lot of time). Regardless, whether you’ve met “the one” or are hoping to impress someone new, we’ve got 15+ local date night ideas that are legen — wait for it — dary.

For the ones who want a night out on the town

  • If you’re a lover of the arts, our town has plenty of options for you. Whether you want a Broadway show at the Peace Center, or a more intimate performance at the Warehouse Theatre, check out our theatre guide.
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Every hour is happy hour in Greenville. | Photo by Urban Wren

If the way to their heart is through their stomach

If you love the great outdoors

  • Take a hike. No, really. Grab your hiking boots, some granola, our hiking guide, and head to the great outdoors. Pro tip: We have it labeled by difficulty, so you don’t embarrass yourself in front of your honey.
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Winner winner, Tervis cup dinner. | Photo taken by GVLtoday for Greenville Sports League

For the ones who like to play games (just not with your heart)

  • If your boo is more of a Sporty Spice than a Posh Spice, consider signing up for an adult sports league. With games like volleyball, pickleball, and cornhole, there’s something for everyone.

If you’re really hoping that it works out

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Events
Thursday, Sept. 19
  • Royal Threads of Prosperity Summit | Thursday, Sept. 19 | 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m. | City Club of Greenville | $80 | Engage in a dialogue between thought leaders from both the Upstate and visitors from Africa.
  • Cafe Listening Hosted by My Neighbors Voice | Thursday, Sept. 19 | 5:30-7 p.m. | The Pub for What Ales You | Free entry | Share your stories and perspectives at this community conversation.
Friday, Sept. 20
  • Meet the Triumph | Friday, Sept. 20 | 1-6 p.m. | Swamp Rabbit Cafe | Free | Head over to Stecca bread central and meet Greenville Triumph players and staff.
  • Opening Night Celebration | Friday, Sept. 20 | 6-10 p.m. | Camperdown Plaza | Free | The Hispanic Alliance of SC kicks off Hispanic Heritage Month in style with an electrifying opening night.
  • Charm Bracelet Class | Friday, Sept. 20 | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | Carolina Bauernhaus | $42 | Brighten up your Friday with a sip and design jewelry class, where you’ll learn to make your own charm bracelet — tickets come with a beer tasting.
Saturday, Sept. 21
  • Oktoberfest | Saturday, Sept. 21 | 8 a.m.-10 p.m. | 605 Motor Boat Club Rd., Greenville | Free entry | Experience the spirit of Bavaria on the shores of the lake with German food and beer.
  • Goldens of Greenville Meet Up | Saturday, Sept. 21 | 9-10 a.m. | Sun and Soil Plant Parlor | Free entry | Calling all Golden Retrievers and Golden Retriever lovers — visit the shop with your furry friend and spoil them with treats + a new piece of pet apparel.
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Travel

✈️ 3 wildly cheap flights out of GSP in 2024

A plane flys over palm trees in a clear sky.
Pro tip: Set custom destination alerts as a Going Premium member. | Photo by Pexels
Great airfare deals do exist — and thanks to flight price tracking services like Going, you can save hundreds on your next trip. Sign up for Going’s two-week free trial of its Premium plan, and you’ll be emailed when international flights leaving our city are seriously discounted.

Here are real flight deals out of GSP the Going team found this year:
  • $292 to Costa Rica
  • $294 to Spain
  • $462 to Europe
Try for free + get local flight deals
News Notes
Plan Ahead
  • Netflix show “Our Planet” is coming to The Peace Center on Monday, Oct. 7 as part of the North American “Our Planet Live” tour. Feast your eyes on a live screening while executive producer + zoologist Keith Scholey shares his experiences on set. (The Post and Courier Greenville)
Biz
  • The former Bowater Inc. building — an office building + parking garage — has a potential new buyer. The buyer’s identity is anonymous, but Mayor Knox White told The Post and Courier Greenville, “It will be a quality development. No one will buy that without being prepared to make a large investment.”
Greenvillian
Number
  • $14 million. That’s how much infrastructure improvements in the Dunean Mill Village will cost. MetroConnects — a leader in wastewater collection services — is spearheading the project, and aims to replace ~2.5 miles of sewer infrastructure as part of its Clean Water Forward initiative. (Greenville Journal)
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Eat
  • Life could be an Ice Dream, sweetheart. A rare Chick-fil-A Treat Truck has made its way to the Upstate, thanks to local franchise owner Matt Webber. At the truck, find your favorite treats like hand-spun milkshakes, sundaes, and Ice Dream cones. Webber hopes to have the truck at weddings and local events. (Greenville Journal)
Pro Tip
  • Gift-giving season is quickly approaching, so you may be shopping more than usual. The good news: Greenville Federal Credit Union can help you save up for the holidays with a Christmas Club account. Learn more.*
Civic
  • Election day is just around the corner (aka, Nov. 5) — are you registered to vote? If you still need to register, the online deadline is Sunday, Oct. 6. Check your voter registration info.*
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  • Clemson’s MBA Program is launching a new, affordable micro-certificate exploring the trend of AI in business. This 4-week program, with an online option, starts on Monday, Oct. 7 and covers the current use of AI + what the future may hold. Learn more + register.*
Try This
  • Want your houseplants to look their best? Wipe their leaves with a mild soap + water solution, then apply a small amount of mayonnaise for a natural shine. While you’re caring for your plants, call Two Maids of Greenville at 864-626-3343 to take care of the rest of your home.*
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Eat

🍕 Celebrate National Pepperoni Pizza Day

Places to get your pizza fix

Pizza on a wooden cooking board
That’s amore. | Photo by the GVLtoday team
Tomorrow, Sept. 20 is National Pepperoni Pizza day, and if you’re on the quest for the perfect slice, we’ve pie-oneered a list of 22 places to grab pizza that are definitely worth the dough.

It’s Delivery

Belladina’s Pizzeria of Greenville, 9 W. Washington St. | With pies like the Coppia and the Vesuvio, you’ll feel like you’re eating a slice in Italy.

Toppings Galore

Myles Pizza Pub, 555 S. Pleasantburg Dr. | Myles has been making pies for ~40 years, so we think it’s safe to say it knows pizza. City Editor Danielle’s tip: Order the cheesy bread and thank me later.

Cross-country Crusts

Tito’s Restaurant Pizzeria, 2018 N. Pleasantburg Dr. | Tito’s is one of City Editor Stephanie’s favorite pizza places in Greenville.

Brick oven

Coastal Crust, 1254 Pendleton St. | Chow down on one of these made-from-scratch, Neapolitan wood-fired pizzas.
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The Wrap
 
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Today’s edition by:
Stephanie

From the editor
Writing today’s newsletter made me hungry, which got me even more excited about euphoria. I’ll be eating my way through Greenville starting today, and boy am I excited.
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