Embrace the holiday giving season with this guide that’s got something for everyone, including local finds. | Graphic by 6AM City
Season’s greetings, Greenville. Holiday shopping time is upon us — look no further than these 90+ gift ideas, including unique local treasures and the season’s hottest items.
Ceneda large cooler bag | $24.99 | This insulated, leak-proof tote is perfect for family road trips, beach trips, and everything in between.
Car backseat organizers | $34.99 | Speaking of road trips, these backseat car organizers are every parent’s best friend + come complete with a tablet holder.
Gifts for homebodies
Local pick:A Mead-making kit from Savannah Bee Co. | $57 | Who said you have to go out to have a good time? Make your own honey-wine from the comfort of your home.
Cotton waffle bathrobe | $131.40 | A luxury hotel + spa-quality waffle robe crafted from 100% cotton and silk.
Teabloom flowering tea set | $69.95 | A beautiful glass teapot and a set of flowering teas that bloom right in the pot.
Gifts for your significant other
Local pick:The Nomad Duffle from A Polished Man | $395 | This leather bag is perfect for the person who travels, and is small enough to fit under an airplane seat.
Sherpa-lined flannel shirt jacket | $76.95+ | Choose your favorite plaid pattern + snag them a warm jacket great for hiking, trekking, and camping all season long.
Gifts for neighbors
Local pick:Linen note card writing set from Augusta 20 | $45 | This thoughtful set is the gift that keeps on giving. Plus, who doesn’t want to feel like William Shakespeare from time-to-time?
Wine opener gift set | $59.99 | Level up neighborhood wine night with a wine decanter set complete with an electric opener, aerator, and foil cutter.
90s Nickelodeon Trivia | 7 p.m. | Vaughn’s Food Hall, Simpsonville | Free entry | Test your knowledge of orange couches, green slime, and iconic cartoons.
Thursday, Nov. 14
Momentum of Light Art Exhibit | 4-7 p.m. | Other Lands Brewery | Free entry | Enjoy the abstract landscapes of artist Erika DeRoberts and listen to live music from Darby Wilcox.
Nature Platters Class | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | Magnetic South GVL | $50 | Make your own holiday platter from scratch with hand-building ceramics techniques.
Friday, Nov. 15
adidas Employee Store Open House | 9 a.m.-8 p.m. | adidas Employee Store | Free | For a limited time, adidas is giving insider access to its Employee Store. Score up to 50% off adidas gifts for everyone on your list this holiday season.*
💫 Another chance to experience the Northern Lights
Presented by South Carolina State Museum
This show was created by some of Iceland’s best-known scientists, writers, photographers, and musicians. | Photos provided by the South Carolina State Museum
If you missed the recent sightings of the Northern Lights shining above South Carolina, don’t worry — you can experience the mystical colors of aurora borealis up close in Columbia.
“Áróra” — an award-winning cinematic journey across remote Icelandic landscapes in search of these beautiful lights — is now playing inside the South Carolina State Museum’s 55-ft digital dome planetarium. For a limited time, you can immerse yourself in Iceland’s Northern Lights + hear their folktales and mythology.
The Commons is celebrating its fifth anniversary this Saturday, Nov. 16, from 12 to 6 p.m. Enjoy live music, giveaways, face painting, food specials, and fun. This is the perfect excuse to try one of the newer food vendors.
Outdoors
Now that’s a Black Friday deal. Admission to all SC state parks is free on Friday, Nov. 29, AKA Black Friday. Spend time with your family in the great outdoors and avoid the shopping lines with our holiday gift guide — just scroll up to find it.
Seasonal
You’ll either love this or hate this. The sun will rise after 7 a.m. every day until Feb. 28. You can channel your inner Lydia Deetz from “Beetlejuice” until then.
Plan Ahead
If you’re already looking forward to 2025, send off 2024 with a bang at the Reedy River Grand Ball. Tickets go quickly, so snag yours for this evening filled with live music, food + drinks, and a good time.
Gallery
Just like that, we have another Bank of America Fall for Greenville under our belts. Relive the fun with these photos taken by our friends at the Greenville Journal.
Pets
Furniture gets scratched, shoes get chewed, toys go missing. These are regular occurrences in life with pets. But a $10,000 emergency surgery? That’s a whole other ball game. Fetch Pet Insurance could help you offset some of these nightmare scenarios by providing comprehensive coverage and up to 90% reimbursement.*
Edu
Did you know? When you play the SC Education Lottery, you’re supporting students in our state. Lottery proceeds — we’re talking billions of dollars — have helped fund higher education scholarships, school buses, new technology, classroom updates, and more. Now that’s winning.*
Cause
For 30+ years, A Child’s Haven has provided free therapeutic childcare to local families in need. You can support their mission during the annual Holiday Benefit Brunch on Friday, Dec. 6 at the Huguenot Mill and Loft, and enjoy a delicious meal catered by Table 301. Reserve tickets.*
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Eat
We’re thankful for these restaurants
Grab your fork and plough chow down. | Photo by Fork and Plough
Thanksgiving is in two weeks + with the waythese last few weeks have flown by, it will be here before we know it.
Our friends at the Greenville News put together a list of 10 places to dine in + carry out this holiday so you can relax and leave the cooking to the pros.
Dine on a holiday buffet featuring dishes like slow-roasted turkey breast + white cheddar macaroni and cheese. To make reservations, call 864-679-5289 or visit its website.
Where to carry out
Fork & Plough | Orders must be placed by Sunday, Nov. 24 + pick up is Tuesday Nov. 26- Wednesday, 27 from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m
Grab your entire meal to go with a kit including a smoked turkey breast and your choice of side dish options (we recommend the green bean casserole).
A one-year Costco membership — because for a limited time, you can get a $45 Digital Costco Shop Card when you sign up. Snag the deal and get ready to load up your cart with Kirkland’s finest.
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