When will the $1 billion County Square redevelopment be built? | We spoke with the developers from RocaPoint Partners at the Project Preview Meeting on Tuesday, April 22, and — for the first time — they walked us through when you’ll start to see the buildings completed.
Table Rock State Park announces upgrades | In the aftermath of recent wildfires, and in honor of Earth Day, Table Rock State Park announced upgrades + improvements.
Papa Johns Mutt Strut | 8 a.m.-12 p.m. | Downtown Greenville | $45 | Enjoy a two-mile walk or run ahead of the Mutt Market festival and after pawty supporting the Greenville Humane Society.
Saluda Lake Landing Grand Re-Opening | Saturday, April 26-Sunday, April 27 | 8 a.m.-8 p.m. | Saluda Lake Landing | Free entry | Enjoy free fishing, live music, kayak rentals, and more family fun to kick off the season.
The Foot Solutions Greenville County Smash | Saturday, April 26-Sunday, April 27 | 8:30 a.m.-9:30 p.m. | East Riverside Park, Greer | $0+ | Cheer on local pickleballers at this annual tournament.
Greer Goes Global: International Festival | 11 a.m.-5 p.m. | 301 E. Poinsett St., Greer | Free entry | Travel around the world by enjoying the sights, sounds, and tastes of multiple cultures.
Earth Fest 2025 | 10 a.m.-9 p.m. | Pangaea Brewing, PKL Park, and Southernside Brewing | Free entry | Listen to live music, shop 60 vendors + enjoy family fun with different activities each hour.
Mauldin Blues & Jazz Festival | 2-9 p.m. | Mauldin Cultural Center | Free entry | Sink your teeth into local bites, wash it down with beer and wine, and groove to some live blues and jazz bands.
Spring 2025 Block Party | 3-6 p.m. | Blockhouse | Free entry | Enjoy a DJ, burgers and chicken on the grill, oysters, drinks, and community fellowship.
Sunday, April 27
Spring Market | 12-4 p.m. | Camperdown Plaza | Shop handcrafted goods and local treasures at this downtown market.
Roast & Toast | 2-5 p.m. | The Barn at Sitton Hill Farm, Easley | $90 | Sip on refreshing spring beverages and enjoy bites from local and regional chefs as the High Tides take the stage to close out euphoria’s Spring Fest.
Good news, travelers: The costs you see when eyeing that gorgeous Airbnb will now include all fees, meaning you won’t be hit with a $300 cleaning fee after going to check out. Explore local Airbnbs with our guide to unique places to stay in Greenville. (CNN)
Number
96 million. That’s how many Americans are bird watchers, according to a survey from the US Fish and Wildlife Service. Check out the NYT’s birdwatching tips before heading out to a local park for some bird sightings. (New York Times)
Today Is
Celebrate Trails Day — an annual distinction given to the fourth Saturday in April to honor America’s trail systems. If you want to observe the occasion, get moving and check out one of Greenville’s hiking trails.
Shop
In a pickle over what to wear to that upcoming event? A growing service called Pickle allows users to rent pieces of clothing from real humans — unlike popular service Rent the Runway — or rent out clothing themselves. Shop rentable pieces in Greenville.
Tech
A new study suggests that adults over 50 who use smartphones may experience lower rates of cognitive decline. Yet another reason to subscribe to GVLtoday. (The Guardian)
Eat
Strawberry + Cream Pebbles. That’s the new cereal flavor from Post, the brand behind Fruity Pebbles. You can look for it on grocery store shelves, but if you’re in a berry mood, you see what’s in season at a local farmers market.
Get jazzy and volunteer at Jazz Fest. | Photo by City of Greenville
As we wrap up National Volunteer Week, here are 30+ ways to get involved in the Upstate.
Does your organization have any board positions open? Let us know what you’re looking for and how people can apply, and we’ll try to share the opportunities with our audience.
Natural-born teachers + mentors
Greenville Literacy Association | Help teach one of their low-cost literacy, GED preparation, or English as a Second Language classes.
The Children’s Museum of the Upstate | Engage children in topics like science, art, and storytelling by volunteering with the museum or helping with programming and outreach.
If you live + breathe Greenville
City of Greenville | The City of Greenville often needs volunteers to help with special events like Fall for Greenville + cleaning up parks.
Feed & Seed Co. | Grab some gloves and help pack food share boxes filled with fresh produce.
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Happy Banana Ball day to all celebrating. If you’re making the trip up to Clemson for the sold-out kickoff of the Savannah Bananas’ stadium tour, bookmark this guide for traffic patterns, road closures, and day-of parking details + brush up on the rules of Banana Ball.
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