A grant from Greenville’s facade improvement program will help fund exterior updates, including removing the blue plating and adding windows. Inside, the ceilings will be lifted with plans to fully embrace a “sports bar aesthetic.” A new menu is coming, but favorites like the Cajun Philly will stay. City Tavern plans to reopen in early May.
What’s new?
Krauze and Rosensteel are also introducing two new concepts above City Tavern. The second floor will feature a lounge with craft cocktails, beer, wine, and shareable bites, while the third floor will offer “elevated table service.” These additions are expected to open late this year or in 2026.
Martin Luther King Jr. Day Program | 9 a.m.-1:30 p.m. | USC School of Medicine Greenville | Free | This inaugural event focuses on advancing food security through social justice — registration required.
HeyDay x Ducklinks | 11 a.m.-1 p.m. | HeyDay | Free entry | Bring the kids for crafts and bring the grown ups for cocktails.
United Community Ice on Main | 11 a.m.-10 p.m. | Village Green | $10+ | It’s the last day to hit the ice on this outdoor rink in the heart of downtown.
Tuesday, Jan. 21
Harry Potter Trivia | 7-9 p.m. | Group Therapy Pub & Playground | Free entry | Witches, wizards, and muggles alike can sip magical-themed drinks as they test their Hogwarts knowledge.
Find a Partner Night | 5:30-8:30 p.m. | The Pavilion, Taylors | Free | Solo beginner + intermediate pickle ballers are invited to play to find a doubles partner for local tournaments, including the 2025 Foot Solutions Greenville County Smash — registration required.
Wednesday, Jan. 22
Winter Luau Cocktail Class | 7-9 p.m. | Six & Twenty Distillery | $70 | Escape the cold with a getaway to craft tropical cocktails.
PNC economists provide updated analyses and forecasts of trends throughout the year. | Photo provided by PNC
The new year is looking bright — and so is the 2025 economy. According to PNC Chief Economist Gus Faucher, the US economy is in good shape, thanks to four primary drivers:
Low unemployment
Solid job gains
Good wage growth
Rising household wealth
Consider this: More jobs and rising wages often result in higher incomes and increased household spending. And since consumer spending makes up approximately two-thirds of the US economy, it’s reasonable to expect that the broader economy will expand too.
Other factors that support the health of the economy and quality of life include:
Slowing inflation
Continued strength in biz investment (think: equipment, workplaces, and technology for workers)
Falling interest rates and lower mortgage rates
Pro tip: PNC’s economic insights are updated throughout the year, so be sure to check back in.
Portions of the Mosaic Development — coming soon off Academy Street — passed the Design Review Board with unanimous approval. The two multi-family buildings will be three stories each with rooftop terraces. (Upstate Business Journal)
Sports
Three-time national championship coach Dawn Staley signed a new $25.25 million contract keeping her at USC through the 2029-2030 season. Plus, this makes her the highest-paid coach in women’s basketball. The Gamecocks’ new athletic director Jeremiah Donati said Staley is “a once-in-a-generation coach.” (ESPN)
Today Is
The College Football Playoff National Championship game between Ohio State and Notre Dame. Whether you’re on the hunt for the biggest screen, best wings, or just fellow sports fans, we’ve rounded up the best spots to watch football in Greenville.
Plan Ahead
Save the date for Lunar New Year celebrations at Swamp Rabbit Cafe & Grocery on Friday, Jan. 31 + at Sum Bar on Sunday, Feb. 2. Is your business or organization hosting a Lunar New Year Celebration? Learn how to add it to our events calendar.
Mansion Monday
This European-inspired home at 8 Marsala Ct. is 10 minutes from Downtown Greenville in the Montebello community. The house boasts custom finishes, floor-to-ceiling windows flooding the home with natural light, and additions like a home gym, theatre, and game room. Plus, you can’t miss the mountain views.
Real Estate
Located just minutes from downtown Greenville is Prosper, a collection of acoustically-insulated private executive offices available for rent ($1,175+) in a historic mid-century modern building. Ready to move into a space that’s mindfully designed to help businesses thrive? Explore the amenities.*
Shop
Don’t waste time bouncing between dealerships when shopping for a car. With CarGurus, you can browse millions of cars and compare dealer ratings all in one place. Shop smarter.*
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📚 It’s lit
Pro tip: Check M. Judson’s events calendar for pop-ups with local authors. | Photo by GVLtoday
What’s better than a good book? A good book written by your neighbor. Brew up a batch of your favorite cup of Cosmic Rabbits tea or Methodical Coffee and get ready to meet your next read, because we’re talking about locally written books in Greenville.
Fiction
“The Arrangement” by Ashley Warlick | Release date: Feb. 9, 2016 | Set in California, France, and the Swiss Alps, this novel explores the complexities of a marriage and the many different ways in which we love.
“the only thing on earth” by Krys Marino | Release date: Oct. 7, 2022 | Love stories come in all shapes and sizes, and this author truly believes dogs are the only thing on earth that will love you more than they love themselves.
For the family
“How I Became a Pirate” by Melinda Long | Release date: September 1, 2003 | A graduate of Furman, this New York Times bestselling author wrote this children’s book + its sequel-of-sorts “Pirates Don’t Change Diapers.”
A non-slip doormat with a size option big enough for double-door entryways. It’s machine washable (score), doesn’t slip and slide out of place, and comes in neutral, geometric patterns to match any room’s decor.
Today is Martin Luther King Jr. Day, and while most ways to commemorate the life and legacy of Dr. King took place over the weekend, I wanted to take a moment to look back at his visit to our city.
On April 30, 1967, less than a year before his assassination, Greenvillian Jesse Jackson helped bring Dr. King to the Greenville Memorial Auditorium for a speech, in part, to speak out against the discrimination of Black employees at Claussen Bakery.
There is a historical marker outside Claussen’s Bakery commemorating the event.
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