Welcome to Founderville where we shine a spotlight on the innovation taking place in Greenville’s start up ecosystem. Chances are, our average reader hasn’t heard about many of these young companies. We’re looking to change that.
The name comes from our partners for this series, Founderville, a local venture capitalist group backing the next generation of founders.
Elevator pitch:
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In Conversation with Tita Ramírez | 5:30-7 p.m. | M. Judson Booksellers | Free entry | Spend some time with this author as she discusses her debut novel, “Tell it to Me Singing.”
Gimme Gimme Disco | 8-11 p.m. | Radio Room Greenville | $15+ | Dance the night away to the tunes of ABBA and other disco hits.
Friday, Feb. 28
Mardi Gras Celebration | 3-7 p.m. | Swamp Rabbit Cafe and Grocery | Free entry | Enjoy cafe menu specials, fresh fried beignets, and live music from The Greenville Jazz Collective.
NOE Outdoors Fishing Expo | Friday, Feb. 28-Sunday, March 2 | Times vary | Greenville Convention Center | $0+ | Get your tackle, gear, and boats + watch the live weigh from a bass tournament.
Saturday, March 1
Spring Market | 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. | Lichtenfelt Nurseries, Greer | Free entry | Shop local vendors, enjoy food truck fare, and sip on beer + coffee as you prepare for the spring plant season.
Bubbly Side Up: A Greenville Brunch Festival | 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m. | Events at Judson Mill | $50+ | Indulge in unlimited sweet and savory brunch bites, sip on bottomless mimosas and Bloody Marys, and enjoy live music.
Reedy River Rivalry Watch Party | 12 p.m. | 941 S. Main St. | $45 | Just steps away from Fluor Field, Table 301 is hosting this watch party with all-inclusive food, plus drinks available for purchase.
Students explored engineering during last week’s career fair. | Photos by Bob Castello
Saint Joseph’s Catholic School hosted its first “Engineering Your Future” career fair last Thursday, Feb. 20 to celebrate National Engineers Week.
Arranged by St. Joe’s Engineering Design Class, this event brought together nearly 30 alumni, parents, and alumni parents to showcase various fields of engineering and the ways students can pursue these careers. Think: industrial, mechanical, electrical, software/computer science, environmental, civil, chemical, aerospace, and biomedical engineering.
St. Joe’s could help shape your child’s future, too.
Construction on the Church Street Bridge will begin on April 15. The $20 million project will make the bridge (which was built in 1959) safer by fixing its deteriorating deck, improving the storm drainage system, and adding measures for pedestrian safety. (Greenville Journal)
Today Is
The public meeting for The Inn at Altamont — a proposed $60 million luxury hotel on Paris Mountain. The town hall discussion with developers will take place tonight, Feb. 27, at the Greenville Shrine Club & Event Center, 119 Beverly Rd., between 6 and 8 p.m.
History
The home of historian, author, and activist Ruth Ann Butler (who died earlier this year) was purchased by Jordon Construction Company and will be renovated to display photos, documents, and memorabilia of Greenville’s Black History. The second floor of the home will be suites rented to minority small businesses.
Coming Soon
Cool beans.Qahwah Palace Coffee House, serving “Yemeni coffee crafted with tradition and care,” is coming soon to Main Street near Marble Slab Creamery. Follow its Instagram for updates on an opening date.
Cause
Mill Village Farms is looking for volunteers to help in its garden tomorrow, Feb. 28, from 10 to 11 a.m. Email to reserve your spot.
Drink
Sip, sip, hooray. You can go behind the scenes at City Scape Winery this Saturday, March 1. Winemaker and owner Josh Jones will share the history of the winery + how the grapes grow in the vineyards, and he will take you inside the 6,400-sqft underground production facility — wine included, of course.
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$12,500. That’s how much we’re looking to raise to support our staff and mission here at GVLtoday — and our fundraising ends tomorrow. If you love the free community resource you’re reading right now (we sure do), support us today with a one-time donation. See how close we are to our goal.
Sports
The Reedy River Rivalry game (read: Clemson vs. Carolina) is coming up this Saturday, March 1, presented by ScanSource — and the Drive is hosting a free tailgate party starting at 10 a.m. Think: live music, food trucks, shopping, family fun, and more on District 356. (No ticket? No problem. The game will be streaming at 1:30.)*
Real Estate
A 6,300-sqft retail building in the Historic North Main and East Park neighborhoods is for sale. According to the experts at Trinity Partners, the property at 211 E. Stone Ave. would be an “excellent adaptive reuse opportunity ideal for an owner/user or mixed-use development.” Take a look.*
Did you know? South Carolina’s state amphibian is the spotted salamander — and they benefit from clean, healthy water. When pollution winds up in their habitats, their permeable skin absorbs it. Here are three ways to help keep our local waters cleanand spotted salamanders happy.*
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$2,101. That’s the record-breaking price that car insurance premiums are projected to reach in 2025. Read: It’s more important than ever to make sure you’re not overpaying. Review Money’s best car insurance list to see if you could save (maybe up to $1,300 a year).*
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Job
Hiring locally just got easier
Find candidates who want to work right here, right now. | Gif by 6AM City
Local job boards are a total game-changer — for both job seekers and businesses. Instead of sifting through endless listings, they focus on quality over quantity, connecting employers with candidates who actually want to work in the area. That means fewer relocation headaches and better retention.
For big and small businesses, it’s a smart way to connect with candidates who understand the local community and culture. Plus, hiring locally usually means a faster, smoother hiring process. Whether you’re looking for a job or trying to fill one, GVLtoday Job Board keeps things simple, practical, and close to home.
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Will I be seeing you at A Southern Remedy tonight? (Pro tip: Grab a last-minute ticket for 20% off with the code cheers20).
Each February, this event kicks off euphoria’s year-long festivities, and with the festival celebrating 20 years this year, I have a feeling it may be the best one yet. Especially since this is the first time there will be an oyster roast at the event in partnership with The Jones Oyster Co.We all know how much I love a Jones Oyster Roast.
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