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79º | 20% chance of precipitation
Sunrise 7:26 a.m. | Sunset 7:10 p.m.
 

What’s happening this weekend?

Confirmed events this weekend amid Hurricane Helene cancellations and closures
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Raise a glass. | Photo by GVLtoday
First things first. We want to thank all Greenville residents + first responders who’ve worked hard all week to get us back to normal.

We put together a list of confirmed events this weekend amid Hurricane Helene closures and cancellations.

We’ll work on keeping this list updated, so if you know of any confirmed events we didn’t mention, submit it.

Saturday, Oct. 5
  • Oktoberfest | Saturday, Oct. 5 | 8 a.m.-9 p.m. | Gather GVL | Free | Enjoy a celebration including live music, costume contests, and food + drinks.
  • Listen to the Land | Saturday, Oct. 5 | 10 a.m.-5 p.m. | Art & Light Gallery | Free | Explore the work of Asheville-based artist, Jeremy Russell, who lost his studio in Helene.
  • Weirdo Arts and Community Flea Market | Saturday, Oct. 5 | 11 a.m.-4 p.m. | Paper Moon Studios | Free entry | Shop eclectic wares from jewelry to clothes to art.
  • Oktoberfest | Saturday, Oct. 5 | 6:30 p.m. | Cartwright Food Hall, Greer | Free | Get into the Oktoberfest spirit with live music, cold beer, and community.
Sunday, Oct. 6
 
Events
Editor’s note: Some events may be canceled, changed, or postponed due to inclement weather.

Thursday, Oct. 3
  • Barre3 Donation Class | Thursday, Oct. 3 | 9 a.m. | Barre3 Greenville | Free — donation requested | Head to the parking lot with your mat, water, and a donation item for Happy Helicopters.
  • Oktoberfest Cookout | Thursday, Oct. 3 | 4 p.m. | Grateful Brew | Free — donation requested | Bring a donation item for WNC and receive a free brat + a Highland stein while supplies last.
  • Silent Reading Party | Thursday, Oct. 3 | 4-7 p.m. | M. Judson Booksellers | Free entry | Enjoy drinks and snacks + a place to plug in your devices while you unplug with a book in the cozy fourth-floor gallery.
  • Fuse with Adrenaline Fitness | Thursday, Oct. 3 | 6-7 p.m. | Camperdown Plaza | Free — donation requested | Break a sweat with this all-level fitness class + bring a donation for those affected by the hurricane.
  • Iliana Rose Cuban Jazz Band | Thursday, Oct. 3 | 7:30-9:30 p.m. | Sigal Music Museum | $5+ | Enjoy an evening of live jazz from this Miami artist.
Friday, Oct. 4
  • Family Day | Friday, Oct. 4 | 11 a.m. | The Mill at Fountain Inn | Free | Take advantage of the WiFi and charging stations as you catch family-friendly movies on the big screen.
Calendar of events here
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Here’s how it works:
  • Vetted, local pet sitters will stay at your home, providing your pets with care in a familiar environment.
  • You’ll pay a house-cleaning fee before and after your trip (Swiftstay arranges the cleaners) — and that’s it.
  • Enjoy a stress-free trip knowing your pets are cared for + comfortable.
Bonus: You can also book a place to stay with Swiftstay’s home-sharing network.
 
News Notes
Number
  • ~112,000. That’s how many Greenville County residents were without power as of last night. Track the latest numbers as crews continue working to restore power.
Traffic
  • According to the City of Greenville, all primary roads were cleared as of last night, 196 out of 207 traffic signals were working, but the Hudson Street Bridge is closed. We’ll let you know when it reopens.
Cause
  • A delicious brunch for a cause? Sign us up. Table 301 is hosting a Brunch for a Cause this Saturday, Oct. 5. All proceeds from brunch service at Soby’s, NOSE DIVE, The Lazy Goat, CAMP, The Jones Oyster Co., Passerelle Bistro, and Jianna will be donated to the American Red Cross + World Central Kitchen. Snag a reservation.
Edu
  • Greenville County Schools has canceled all activities (including athletics) through Sunday, Oct. 6, citing “unsafe transportation routes, a lack of stable power across the community, and a need to minimize traffic for first responders and utility crews.” (WYFF 4)
Health
  • Reminder: If you have electricity-dependent medical needs, you can head over to the Bon Secours Wellness Arena, but call 1-855-472-3432 first to see if you qualify.
Ranked
  • Condé Nast Traveler’s 2024 Readers’ Choice Awards ranked Greenville No. 5 among the best big cities in the US, touting our city’s incredible international cuisine. We know there’s a whole lot to love about Greenville — check out our collection of local City Guides.
Home
  • If your house was damaged by Hurricane Helene (think: flooding in your basement or crawl space), Crawlspace Medic is here to help with expert water mitigation systems — including battery backups. Schedule a free inspection.*
Family
  • Now’s the time to find your community at the Y — for less. All October, enjoy waived joining fees when you sign up as a member at the YMCA of Greenville. Learn more about membership.*
Cause
  • The inaugural “Kiss My ALS” gala is coming up on Saturday, Oct. 26 at The City Club of Greenville, featuring a three-course dinner, live music, a silent + live auction, and dancing. Help support the cause by donating auction items, becoming a sponsor, or grabbing a ticket to join the fun.*
Plan Ahead
  • Greenville Open Studios — a free event celebrating our visual arts community — returns for its 22nd year on Saturday Nov. 9 + Sunday, Nov. 10. During this annual tradition, local artists invite the public to tour their workspaces for a behind-the-scenes look at their craft. See what it’s like.*
Finance
Finance
  • Which card now features 0% APR Into 2026? This card. (ICYMI, experts say balance transfer cards are one of the best-kept secrets for managing credit card debt.)*
 
Feel Good

If you need a giggle

Feel good: Here are local Greenville stories making us smile in the aftermath of Helene
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Clyde the golden is ready to assist with tree removal. | Photo by @clydewithme
If you’ve been scrolling Instagram, you’ve surely seen some incredibly sweet and heartwarming things on your feed, but have you seen anything that made you laugh out loud? City Editor Stephanie has.

While scrolling for news, she came across two posts from Pita House that literally made her LOL. They’re going a little stir crazy after ~6 days with no power.

Starting off strong, we have this one where the chef is out on the street with a sign that says “Will work 4 falafel” while asking Grateful Brew if it’s hiring in the caption. They might have some competition though, The Creperia in Greer offered him a job in the comments.

Followed by this beauty, where the team is pretending they’re open amid the power outage so they can “stay sharp” for when they’re back in business. Sometimes you just have to laugh.
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Today’s edition by:
Stephanie
From the editor
Amid the craziness of the last week, here are a few things I’m thankful for:

1. That it’s not July so when we open our windows there’s a breeze.
2. Good books (thanks, M. Judson).
3. The hot shower I took at my friend’s house on Tuesday.
4. Each and every person, place, and business that has done anything for anyone else in the last few days.
5. You. Seriously, Greenville, you’re the best.
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