City Scape is the perfect spot to sip + earn a stamp. | Photo by City Scape Winery
Did you know the SC Department of Agriculture has a passport program where you can earn stamps for visiting SC farms open to agritourism? Hit the road to visit ~20 farms in the Upstate (or ~70 statewide) + each farm you explore earns you a stamp, and those stamps can be redeemed for fun prizes.
SHE Connects Galentine Hour | 5:30-7 p.m. | LiLi + KoKo Boutique + Bubbles, Simpsonville | $5 | Network and socialize with local women as you enjoy light refreshments and sip + shop.
Jokes Out Loud | 8 p.m. | Comedy Zone | $10 | Laugh your way through the end of the week as up-and-coming local comedians hit the mic.
Friday, Jan. 31
Lunar New Year Celebration | 3-7 p.m. | Swamp Rabbit Cafe and Grocery | Free entry | Indulge in bites from Salome’s Cuisine, The Noodle Lady, and TruBroth as you shop cafe and bakery specials, enjoy red envelope giveaways, and eat giant fortune cookies — donations requested.
“Jane Anger” | Friday, Jan. 31-Sunday, Feb. 16 | Times vary | The Warehouse Theatre | $35+ | If you like the classics treated more like “Monty Python” than “Masterpiece Theatre,” this play is for you.
PBR’s “Pendleton Whisky Velocity Tour” | Friday, Jan. 31-Saturday, Feb. 1 | Times vary | Bon Secours Wellness Arena | $15+ | Some of the best bull riders in the world will battle bovine athletes in a showdown of man versus beast.
Saturday, Feb. 1
Throw in the Towel Party | 10 a.m.-10 p.m. | Pangaea Brewing | Free entry | Celebrate the end of dry January with an inaugural doughnut run (featuring Scout’s Doughnuts) + enjoy doughnut-inspired stouts and competitions throughout the day.
Sunday, Feb. 2
Lunar New Year Festival | 11 a.m.-3 p.m. | Sum Bar | Free entry | Watch traditional performances, shop local vendors, and enjoy family-fun traditions as you wish each other luck and prosperity in the new year.
Plants and Pilates | 12-1 p.m. | Sun and Soil Plant Parlor | Free entry | Celebrate the grand opening of Wrkt Greenville with a vendor market + 10% off plants.
Monday, Feb. 3
Registration Opens February 3 for Summer Encounters Camps at CCES | 12-12 p.m. | Christ Church Episcopal School, Greenville | Campers in rising grades K4-12 can choose from 250 day camps (think: Country Line Dancing, Pickleball, Art in the Great Outdoors), extended stay options, and schedules for a fun + meaningful summer.*
$750,000+. That’s how much the SC Department of Commerce awarded in grants to 15 organizations including Greenville’s NextGEN (an entrepreneur support organization) + Furman University’s Hill Institute for Innovation and Entrepreneurship (a range of programs for accelerating ventures). (Upstate Business Journal)
Greenvillian
Greenville-Spartanburg Airport District President and CEO Dave Edwards is retiring in January 2026 after 16 years in the role + 38 years in the aviation industry. See Edwards’ milestones at GSP. (Greenville Journal)
Legacy
Local civil rights activist and historian Ruth Ann Butler passed away on Jan. 15 at the age of 81. “She has spent her life making sure that we remember people of color in the community and keep the history of the African American community alive,” said City Councilmember Lillian Brock Flemming. (Greenville Journal)
Biz
Steve White Auto Group expanded its portfolio by acquiring Volvo Cars of Greenville. The brand joins Audi and Volkswagen at the dealership located near St. Joseph’s. (Upstate Business Journal)
Coming Soon
Something new is coming to Cartwright Food Hall in Greer after Anonymous Burgers announced it is looking for a stand-alone location, creating space for a new concept at the food hall. Stay tuned for an announcement on its Instagram next week.
Job
The Greenville Drive is hiring for its 20th season. From ticket scanners to food and beverage roles to grounds crew, explore the list of open positions.
Real Estate
BrownStone Real Estate, led by industry veteran Rhett Brown, has officially launched in Greenville. Offering a fresh approach grounded in a four-generationlegacy of real estate expertise, this brokerage prioritizes trust, personal connections, and community engagement to transform every transaction into a rewarding experience. Meet the team.*
Wellness
Simplify healthy living for your whole family. Thrive Market brings groceries free from 1,000+ harmful ingredients right to your doorstep. Sign up to get 30% off your first order, plus a free gift valued at $60.*
Health
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This is a long-awaited collab. | Photo by Clare’s Creamery
Save the date. Ice Cream for Breakfast Day is this Saturday, Feb. 1.
First celebrated in the 1960s when a Rochester, NY family ate ice cream for breakfast during a blizzard, the informal holiday aims to “liven up the first weekend of February with something silly and sweet.”
Opening at 9 a.m., this scoop shop is launching a brand new breakfast-inspired flavor: Blueberry Johnny Cakes. Gluten-free corn cakes are slightly toasted and tossed in a rich, buttery, and slightly salty sweet cream with a bright blueberry jam made with maple syrup.
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Valentine’s Day is just around the corner. Dress up your space with these adorable + affordable decorations.
There’s a new wine dinner series to add to your calendar. The Lazy Goat is taking diners on a Tour of the Mediterranean. I went to the Spanish wine dinner Monday night and the pairings were excellent. See some of the highlights + save the dates for Lebanon on Feb. 24, Portugal on March 24, and Greece on April 28.
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