Making preparations now can help in an emergency. | Photo by Heath Whaley
The 2025 hurricane season is here, and we want to help you stay ready.
“As we witnessed last year with significant inland flooding from hurricanes Helene and Debby, the impacts of hurricanes can reach far beyond coastal communities,” said Acting National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administrator Laura Grimm.
We’ve put together this guide to help you prepare now, so you have safeguards in place if a storm does hit our area again.
Prepare
Stay up to date on forecasts + advisories.
Prepare your home — including bringing loose items inside, trimming trees, or reinforcing windows ahead of a storm.
Gather supplies like non-perishable food, water, medications, flashlights, batteries, cash, blankets, important documents, and first aid supplies.
For your pets, pack a pet kit with food, water, leashes, medications, and health records.
Explore the SC Emergency Management Division’s 2025 Hurricane Guide for even more ways to prepare for the storm season.
Summer Soul Series | 6-7 p.m. | Camperdown Plaza | Free | Find your flow at this all-levels community yoga class taught by Soul Yoga.
Greenville Drive vs. Rome Emperors | 6:45 p.m. | Fluor Field | $8+ | Celebrate all things SAIL swimming with a pre-game parade, games, inflatables, balloon artists, face painters, and more family-friendly fun.*
Wednesday, June 4
Haku Vodka + Espresso Martinis | 6:30 p.m. | The Press Room | $76 | Learn how to craft a drink in this hands-on cocktail class before indulging in a four-course dinner.
Books Over Drinks with Katherine Scott Crawford | 7:30-9 p.m. | M. Judson Booksellers | $35 | Catch this author speaking about “The Miniaturist’s Assistant,” a book exploring the mystery of time and how our choices ripple throughout history.
Thursday, June 5
Neighborhood Night | 5:30-8:30 p.m. | Upcountry History Museum | Free | Enjoy free access to the museum to explore the exhibits.
Cowboy Cactus Garden Workshop | 6-7 p.m. | Sun and Soil Plant Parlor | $47 | Follow step-by-step instructions on how to build your cactus garden and successfully care for it long term.
Upstate Shakespeare Festival’s “King Lear” | Thursday, June 5-Sunday, June 15 | 7-9 p.m. | Falls Park | Free entry | Enjoy a picnic in the park as you enjoy Shakespeare under the stars.
Friday, June 6
Hometown Harvest Market | 4-7 p.m. | Anchored Oak Adventure Farm, Travelers Rest | Free entry | This evening market series kicks off with local artisans, makers, growers, and producers + a featured food truck, a petting farm, and fun for the entire family.
Dive into your wild side at the South Carolina Aquarium
Presented by South Carolina Aquarium
Get to know 5,000+ curious creatures that call our state home. | Photos provided by South Carolina Aquarium
Ever wonder who our wildest neighbors are? Hint: They don’t live in houses.
This summer, come say “hi” to them at the South Carolina Aquarium. Located right on the scenic Charleston Harbor, the Aquarium invites you to explore South Carolina’s habitats — from mountain forests all the way to the coast.
🐬 Hands-on fun
Feed friendly cownose rays, feel the texture of a sea star, and maybe even spot wild dolphins splashing in the harbor. Feeling adventurous? Take a virtual reality dive underwater or get an up-close look at sea turtle rehabilitation happening live.
☀️ Summer events
Enjoy fun events like kids’ dance classes, a sustainable seafood dinner with wine pairings, yoga beneath the Great Ocean Tank’s glow, and more.
Last night, CBS Evening News featured the story of Fluor Field and its impact on downtown’s revitalization. Watch the full segment, which includes interviews with Greenville Drive Owner Craig Brown + Mayor Knox White.
Concert
Chris Stapleton’s show originally set for Wednesday, June 4 at Bon Secours Wellness Arena has been rescheduled for Wednesday, July 9 due to damaged tour equipment. Can’t make it to the new date? Refunds via Ticketmaster are available through Tuesday, June 24.
Community
Are you new to the Greenville area or ready to expand your circle? Head to Yee-Haw Brewing on Tuesday, June 18, for Pitch-a-Friend, a meet up aimed at helping locals connect in a low-pressure, pitch-yourself kind of way. The vibe is casual, welcoming, and all about community.
Active
Lace up your shoes for Global Running Day tomorrow, June 4, with a free 5K group run at 6 p.m. at Run In Greenville. All paces are welcome. Plus, enjoy HOKA shoe demos, post-run floats from Honest Scoop + Haulin’ Hops, and live music to keep the party going.
Number
60+. That’s how many kittens the Greenville Humane Society expects to take in this week. It’s looking for adopters, fosters, kitten food donations, and monetary donations to care for these animals (and others).
Announced
If you didn’t win our euphoria2025 Giveaway, don’t worry. While many euphoria2025 events are already sold out, there are still plenty of opportunities to indulge in the festivities. See the full lineup.*
Watch
The results are in... for some of you. Artist Paola Ibarra brought her “Rules” community mural to Artisphere last month, and just shared a video where she asked attendees if they were a rule follower or a rule breaker.
Kids
Summer Adventure is back at Roper Mountain Science Center, and we got a sneak peek of the fun. From learning about animals in the new Wild Kratts “Creature Power” exhibit to hands-on experiences with them, like the Butterfly Encounter, stop by before the fun flies away on July 26.
Try This
Brunch hack incoming: This make-ahead French toast layers soft white bread with a sweet blueberry-cream cheese filling, soaked overnight in vanilla custard. Pop it in the oven the next morning for a warm, golden breakfast that serves eight. Get the recipe.*
In October 2023, we told you that women’s clothing brand Altar’d State(which has a location at Haywood Mall) purchased the building located at 1 S. Main St., according to land records. Once we know the plans for the storefront, we’ll be sure to update you.
Until then, we want to know what you’d put in the space if you were in charge. You know the drill: It’s time to Be the Broker.
Asked
Asked
Be the Broker: What should go at 1 S. Main St.?
A. Another restaurant B. Retail C. Entertainment D. Other
Keep your pet healthy, happy, and pampered with these top-rated products:
🐾 Vet-approved probiotic chews that support your furry friend’s gut and immune health.
💧 This no spill water bowl that’s splash-proof, non-slip, and easy to clean.
🦷 Tartar and plaque-removing dental cleaning powder that can be mixed into your pet’s kibble.
💅 An efficient and precise nail grinder with a handy LED light and three speed levels.
🐱 A rechargeable automatic feeder with customizable feeding schedules + portion sizes.
The fun doesn’t have to end here. After reading the newsletter, head over to our games page. Games refresh with new challenges every day at 6 a.m. from crossword puzzle to Sudoku to themed word search.
I was scrolling way back on GVLtoday’s pages, and I came across this post on our Instagram from January 2017 where we asked you what Greenville is missing.
I still like the ideas like an independent movie theatre downtown, a 24-hour coffee shop, a barcade, and a Raising Cane’s (though Guthrie’s, which just opened in Greer, is similar and delicious).
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