22nd Annual New Play Festival | 7:30 p.m. | Centre Stage | Free | Spend an evening seeing new play readings by playwrights from all over.
Sunday, Jan. 12
Sunday Jazz with Greenville Jazz Collective | 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m. | The Community Tap Travelers Rest | Free entry | Listen to the sultry sounds of this local jazz band while you sip on your favorite brew.
Bauernhaus Brews + Books Silent Sunday Club | 2 p.m. | Carolina Bauernhaus GVL | Free entry | Grab your pals and your latest page-turner for some cozy reading vibes and a pint or two.
Oyster Roast | 2-4 p.m. | The Jones Oyster Co. (or really — next door)| $80 | Head to the parking lot next to The Jones Oyster Co. for classic roasted oysters, beverages, and music.
Monday, Jan. 13
Let’s Celebrate Cake Painting | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | Vino and Van Gogh | $40 | Ring in the new year with a slice of creativity and paint a fun layer cake.
Virtual Writing Sessions at the Inkwell | 7-9 p.m. | Class is virtual | First session is free | Whether you’re crafting your next masterpiece, polishing poetry, or editing your work-in-progress, this is your dedicated time to write.
Thanks for sharing your snow day adventures with us. | Photos by GVLtoday readers
Whether you built a snowman, sledded down your favorite hill, or just cozied up with a cup of hot cocoa, we want to see how you spent your snow day. ICYMI, here’s our video recap.
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Greenville took the No. 10 spot on U-Haul’s list of top growth metros — meaning it looks like more people are moving to our area. Do you think any of our new neighbors nabbed one of the most expensive homes for sale in Greenville?
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Do you smell shortbread? Girl Scout Cookie season is almost here. Use this zipcode finder to get a countdown to cookies — and support our local Girl Scout troops.
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Dry January may be bigger than ever in 2025 — just look at how more people search the term on Google every year. If you’re zero-proof curious, check out our mocktail list.
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We love Canvas Coffee + Art House a latte. | Photo by GVLtoday
For richer or pour over, Greenville’s coffee shops are what keep us going in the morning. Our city has no shortage of masterful baristas, aromatic roasts, and foamy lattes, but if you’re having trouble deciding on a spot, gather some brews clues with our guide to some of the best coffee shops in Greenville.
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Canvas Coffee + Art House, 109 W. Stone Ave. | “A place where coffee and art collide,” sip on latte art as you admire the work of local artists surrounding you. Editor’s note: The grand opening celebrations have been postponed due to weather.
Chestnut Coffee House + Market, Various locations | This local cafe added a new location in Five Forks, and it’s the perfect pink coffee spot.
Summer Moon, Various locations | This locally owned and operated coffee shop brewing oak-roasted beans + known for its signature sweet cream “Moon Milk” has quickly become a Greenville favorite, and it’s opening up a Mauldin location today.
The top reviewed running shoe for comfort on Amazon: Brooks Women’s Ghost 16. If you’re starting a running practice this year, be kind to your feet (and help your progress) with a sneaker that will love you back.
We’re walking in a winter wonderland. If you need some inspiration on how to make the most of the snow, here are how some Greenvillians said they would spend a snow day.
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Last week, after giving you tips to recycle your Christmas trees, we asked if you were “team real tree” or “team fake tree.” Here’s what you said: