Let’s talk money

Where will the extension go?

Why do we need it?

• “Saturated:" A Pop-up Exhibition | Friday, Sept. 27-Sunday, Sept. 29 | Times vary | Thornback Contemporary Art Gallery | Free | Get a sneak peek of the new Thornback Gallery group exhibition at this temporary pop-up location.
• Bourbon & Bacon Fest | Friday, Sept. 27 | 6-10:30 p.m. | The Foundry at Judson Mill | $60 | Sip bourbon from distilleries large and small + taste bacon presented in new ways.

• Paint and Sip with Errant Artistry | Saturday, Sept. 28 | 2-4 p.m. | Social Latitude Playground & Pub | $35 | Create a masterpiece at this two-hour, step-by-step painting class with supplies included.
• Oktoberfest | Saturday, Sept. 28 | 12-5 p.m. | Carolina Bauernhaus | $65 | Pull out your lederhosen and dirndls to celebrate Oktoberfest with a kraut workshop, a beer stein hoist, and a keg rolling contest.

• Cocktail Competition | Sunday, Sept. 29 | 4-7 p.m. | Six and Twenty Distillery | $30 | Enjoy cocktails from local bartenders at this “Don’t Call Me Old Fashioned” competition.
• Unplugged: David Luning | Sunday, Sept. 29 | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | Wine House | $20 | Enjoy a solo acoustic performance from this artist as you sip on your favorite wine.

Downtown

Beyond Main Street

Up the Swamp Rabbit Trail

In the Golden Strip

• Today, Sept. 27, is an e-learning day for Greenville, Anderson, and Spartanburg county schools in the wake of Helene. Check here for details + after-school activity statuses. (Greenville News)

• In the midst of SC’s state of emergency, stay up-to-date with Helene, road closures, and downed trees.

• The new Sprouts Farmers Market location on East North Street opens today with a ribbon cutting at 6:45 a.m. (if you hurry, you can make it), and the store opens at 7 a.m. The first 400 customers receive some goodies like a reusable bag + a long-stem rose. (Greenville News)

• She’s a queen. The Queen Street Bridge — connecting the Southernside and West Greenville neighborhoods — is being replaced. Built in 1927, there are two options for the deteriorating bridge: build a new bridge next to the original or construct a new one entirely. Give your input. (Greenville Journal)

• $625,718. That’s how much the BMW Charity Pro-am raised for its eight charities this year. Coming up on its 25th year, this charity golf tournament has raised ~$16 million so far. We’re seeing green.

• Hiring? Our new community job board could help you find that perfect candidate. Bonus: For a limited time, you can post your listing for free. Give it a try.

• Due to impending weather caused by Hurricane Helene, Project Host — a local nonprofit building community through food — has made the difficult decision to cancel its 15th annual BBQ Cook-off and Festival originally scheduled for this weekend. Here’s how to support this organization that gives back to Greenville.*

• Whether you’re a business leader, HR manager, or diversity officer, Charleston Southern University’s Doctor of Education (EdD) can help you level up your leadership skills. The program focuses on organizational leadership and lets you tailor your research to your specific interests. Learn more + enroll.*

• Did you know? The most important room in your home is under your feet. Crawl spaces house vital systems like HVAC, plumbing, and insulation. Crawlspace Medic of the Upstate is offering free inspections to prevent humidity, moisture, or fungal growth from wreaking havoc on your home. Snag the deal.*

• Rates just dropped. Now could be the perfect time to tap into your home equity — calculate your payment.*

• They got it done. Yesterday we told you City Scape Winery needed help with its harvest ahead of the storm. They were able to accomplish the task and no longer need help on Saturday.