We want to play a game. Last month, we asked you for your Greenville meet cute stories for an experiment, but didn’t give many more details. The time has come to reveal our master plan.
Some of the six linked at the button are actual, true Greenville meet cute stories. The others were written by AI. It’s your job to decide which is which. After you read stories — like a chance connection at Coffee Underground and the fight for last chocolate at Swamp Rabbit Cafe — take the quiz down below and see how well you did.
Side note: We promise, we didn’t trick you. These aren’t either all real or all AI, there’s an even mix of both.
Martin Lawrence | 8 p.m. | Bon Secours Wellness Arena | $37+ | Catch this NCAAP Image Award-winning actor + comedian.
UniverSoul Circus | Friday, Feb. 14-Sunday, Feb. 23 | Times vary | Heritage Park, Simpsonville | $23+ | This unique event has it all — circus arts, theater, and music featuring a cast of international performers.
Saturday, Feb. 15
Frosty Farmer Winter Market | 9 a.m.-1 p.m. | McAlister Square | Free entry | Shop local growers and makers at this indoor market.
Hot In Herre: 2000s Dance Party | 9-11:55 p.m. | Radio Room Greenville | $15+ | Get your groove on with all your favorite 2000’s hits.
Sunday, Feb. 16
Galentine’s Brunch | 12-4 p.m. | LiLi + KoKo Boutique + Bubbles, Simpsonville | Free entry | Enjoy this come-as-you-are party and watch rom-coms, board games, and half off cocktails + mocktails.
Boozy Book Fair | 1-3 p.m. | BridgeWay Brewing Co., Simpsonville | Free | It’s like the scholastic book fair from elementary school, but with booze.
Homes of Hope Spring Gala – Hope In Full Bloom | 6:15-10 p.m. | The 405, Greenville | $150+ | Experience an inspiring evening celebrating transformation, new beginnings, and the lasting impact of Homes of Hope in rebuilding lives and communities.*
Presented by Upstate Vet Emergency + Specialty Care
Flowers are beautiful, but they can have some pretty serious consequences for pets. | Photos provided by Upstate Vet
Valentine’s Day brings love and sweet treats — but also hidden dangers for pets. Most pet parents know chocolate is toxic to dogs, but did you know certain flowers can also be dangerous?
Be sure to keep these blooms away from your furry friends:
Lilies | They’re extremely toxic to cats, causing kidney failure — even from just licking their pollen.
Chrysanthemums + daisies | These flowers can cause vomiting, diarrhea, drooling, and skin irritation.
Baby’s Breath | This dainty flora can lead to GI upset, vomiting, and diarrhea in dogs and cats.
Daffodils + tulips | The bulbs are the most toxic and can cause seizures, tremors, and heart problems.
Roses | These aren’t toxic, but the thorns can be dangerous if your pet steps on or swallows them.
Pro tip: If you suspect something is wrong with your pet, Upstate Vet is open 24/7 for emergencies.
Ride like the wind. The City of Greenville is hosting a community bike ride on Tuesday, Feb. 25. Helmets are required + all routes were chosen based on accessibility and safety.
Today Is
Valentine’s Day. We hope you didn’t forget, but if you did, you can always send your special someone of our Greenville Valentine’s Day cards or make your own. (Check our Instagram stories for the template).
Number
$500,000. That’s how much GE Vernova is investing in scholarships for “technical and vocational education” in five cities, including Greenville. These “Future of Energy” funds will be spread out over the course of two years + will provide 100 $5,000 scholarships. (Upstate Business Journal)
Eat
Carlos Loaiza — of Abanico’s Tapas Bar and formerly of Growler Haus in the West Village — is opening a Colombian street food concept on Wade Hampton Boulevard. Half Rooted will feature a create-your-own-meal service model and should be open mid-March. (Upstate Business Journal)
Watch
A Greer native is featured on season two of “Deal or No Deal Island.” Maria-Grace Cook said her strategy was to “play into the ‘sweet Southern girl’ stereotype to fly under the radar” while she was the island. You can catch the show on NBC at 9 p.m. on Tuesdays. (Greenville Journal)
Art
Play your part art. Good Art Co. is seeking submissions for its Works on Paper Eco-Exhibition opening next month. Submissions are due by Sunday, Feb. 16 at midnight.
Real Estate
We’re in love with this listing. A highly-walkable 2.5-acre land parcel adjacent to The Commons, Unity Park, and Swamp Rabbit Trail is up for grabs. The large, contiguous property includes two acres of usable land and a half-acre of wetlands. Take a look.*
Fact or Fiction
Real cadavers are used to study anatomy in the new Anatomage lab at Greenville Technical College. Think you know the answer? Find out here.*
Travel
Ready to reach the beach? Allegiant now offers new nonstop flights from GSP to Sarasota-Bradenton. Think: soft white sand, fresh seafood, and stunning Gulf Coast sunsets — all just a short flight away with Allegiant. Book your flight.*
Plan Ahead
Hoping to finally figure out Medicare in 2025? Capital City Financial Partners has you covered. Their free — yes, 100% free — Healthcare in Retirement event will include info on optimizing benefits, choosing coverages, and avoiding common (and pricey) pitfalls. Add your name to the list.*
Health
Feel like your vision benefits are leaving you in the dark? Brighten things up with VSP® Individual Vision Plans, starting as low as $13 a month.*
Category
Arts
“All the World’s a Stage”
Eliza Pagelle (right) as Sherlock Holmes in “Ms. Holmes and Ms. Watson, Apt. 2B” at Warehouse Theatre. | Photo by Will Crooks
During the 2024 SC New Play Festival, Greenville actress Eliza Pagelle played the role of Sam during the reading of “All the World’s a Stage.” Now, she’s making her Off-Broadway acting debut, originating the role in New York City.
The musical is about a small-town math teacher — who happens to be coaching a “misfit” student for the 1996 State Thespian Convention — whose life starts to go awry thanks to a devout school secretary.
Want to make the trip to the Big Apple to see this Greenville-originated show + star? Tickets are on sale now.
The Buy
The Buy
It’s Valentine’s Day and Friday… a combo that won’t happen again for another six years. Why not treat yourself for the occasion? We’ve got five picks we think you’ll love.
I’m personally not a big Valentine’s Day girl myself, but I did really enjoy reading all your true meet cute stories. This one didn’t make the list, but was one of my favorites.
“On one of our very first dates, John Legend quite literally put us in the spotlight—pulling us on stage during his All of Me Tour at the Peace Center (no pressure, right?). Seven years later, that same song became our first dance at our wedding. John Legend can officially add matchmaker to his resume, and one thing’s for sure—it couldn’t have worked out better!”
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