It’s time to move dirt + get this thing built by 2026. | Video by GVLtoday
The American Welding Society says 320,500 new welding professionals will be needed by 2029, and Greenville Technical College says there are currently 400,000 openings for welders nationwide. It hopes to meet that demand with a state-of-the-art facility on its Brashier Campus in Simpsonville.
Welding dreams into reality | Renderings by Goodwyn Mills Cawood
The 44,000-sqft Center for Welding and Automation Excellence broke ground on Monday, April 28. When it opens in fall 2026, it will increase the college’s capacity from four robotic welding stations to 16 and the total number of welding stations from 90 to 140.
There will be labs for different types of welding. | Renderings by Goodwyn Mills Cawood
The goal isn’t just to train the next generation of welders, it’s also to retrain those currently in the industry and arm them with skills to utilize the latest technology.
How is it funded? The SC General Assembly provided $15 million for the new building + a $2.9 million grant from the federal government.
Drop-In Wine Tasting | 5-7 p.m. | Wine House | Free entry | In addition to the free samples, Lolaceli is popping up with an assortment of skewers.
Greenville Drive vs. Asheville Tourists | 6:45 p.m. | Fluor Field | $13+ | Bring your furry friends to the ballpark for Bark in the Park + celebrate GCS student athletes during Drive for Excellence.*
Thursday, May 1
The West End Social | 5-8 p.m. | PKL Park | Free entry | This popular networking event was rescheduled due to weather, so there’s a rare opportunity to get last-minute tickets.
Friday, May 2
First Fridays Gallery Crawl | 6-9 p.m. | Various locations | Free | Navigate Greenville’s visual arts scene each month as galleries and venues are open to the public.
The Jamie Wright Duo | 6:30-9:30 p.m. | Smileys on the Roxx | Free | Enjoy this local artist’s funk, soul, and R&B sound.
Roald Dahl’s “Matilda The Musical” | Friday, May 2-Sunday, May 18 | Times vary | SC Children’s Theatre | $25 | In this beloved Roald Dahl classic, precocious Matilda stands up to injustice and discovers the power of her voice while using her incredible imagination.*
Saturday, May 3
ReWa’s Centennial Celebration Run | 9-11 a.m. | Renewable Water Resources Innovation Campus | Free | Celebrate 100 years of ReWa with a 2K or 5K on the Prisma Health Swamp Rabbit Trail.
Sunday, May 4
Tacos ‘n Tequila Fiesta | 2-5 p.m. | Events at Judson Mill | $60+ | Indulge in all-you-can-eat tacos, handcrafted tequila cocktails, and live entertainment.
Friday, May 9
Artisphere presented by Prisma Health | Friday, May 9-Sunday, May 11 | Hours vary | Main Street | Free | Enjoy a weekend filled with live music, demos, street performers, hands-on workshops, local eats, and art from 140 vendors.*
Bonus: The program’s unique Thesis-in-Action capstone project challenges students to tackle real-world problems and create a meaningful impact in their communities.
Abyss — Downtown Greenville’s newest raw bar — opens Friday, May 9, across from Draper Purveying Company. In addition to fresh seafood, you can expect coastal-inspired plates + craft cocktails. Make a reservation.
Announced
Old Crow Medicine Show is thumbing their way into South Caroline with a performance at the Peace Center on Thursday, July 17. Tickets to see the two-time Grammy winners go on sale Friday, May 2 at 10 a.m.
Fill the Cruisers. From 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Bon Secours Wellness Arena, the Greenville Police Department is filling its cars with nonperishable food items for the Project Host Soup Kitchen. You can drop off needed supplies outside the box office.
Greenvillian
Dr. Candace Weddle Livingston, an archaeologist and professor at Anderson University, is heading to Mongolia with a team of 30 scientists to retrace the route of Roy Chapman Andrews, the explorer who inspired the character of Indiana Jones. A century after Andrews’ 1925 expedition, the team will ride a 38-camel caravan + study paleontological and cultural heritage sites.
Edu
King’s Classical School will open this fall on Augusta Road. The Christian school will serve students in kindergarten through second grade.
Civic
The City of Greenville’s CommUNITY Resource Fair is scheduled for Saturday, May 3, from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at the Prisma Health Welcome Center in Unity Park. The free fair features 40+ vendors, including local workforce agencies, support organizations, and educational institutions.
Mailbag
On Monday, we told you about Greenville County’s recent litter hauls + shared that you can report litter through an app. Loyal reader Ruta F. reminded us that the City of Greenville will pick up litter reported to Greenville Cares. P.S. We love it when you respond to the newsletter.
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23%. That’s how much higher the average salary is for jobs tied to SC Ports. With $87 billion in economic impact, SC Ports supports 1 in 9 jobs across the state — opening doors to high-paying careers for South Carolinians. See how SC Ports is driving our state’s success.*
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Announced
About The Village’s new identity
Did you know GVLtoday began in The Village + our offices are located in Poe West? | Photo by GVLtoday
The Village of West Greenville’s business district is dropping “of West Greenville.” It’s just The Village now.
This isn’t a rebranding of the residential neighborhood, which is rich in mill history, but rather a refresh for the 150+ businesses along the neighborhood’s commercial corridor. The goal is to distinguish The Village from Greenville’s historic West End, so restaurants, artists, and business owners can say, “You can find us in The Village,” and people know exactly where to go.
Cadency — a student-led marketing agency at Clemson — explored the area’s history, conducted surveys, and spoke with business owners to develop the new logo and website.
Are you looking for the best time to visit The Village? Click the button below to keep an eye on its events calendar.
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