Before you don your birthday hat, let’s take a look at the Westin-Poinsett’s history.
1925 | The Poinsett Hotel was constructed a few feet away from the former Mansion House Hotel downtown, which was demolished the year before. The ~$1.5 million hotel was named after Joel R. Poinsett, an SC politician who was the Secretary of War under President Martin Van Buren.
Joel Poinsett, the hotel’s namesake, sits right next to it. | Photo by GVLtoday
1930 | The hotel finally made a profit after J. Mason Alexander took over. Fun fact: He was known for his “four C’s” hospitality policy: cleanliness, cooking, competence, and courtesy. He even made the bellhops memorize each guest’s name. It’s giving Carl Sobocinski.
A “Leatherheads” set was by the hotel. | Photo by The Greenville News via newspapers.com
1977 | The building was acquired by a developer who turned it into a retirement home. In 1987, it once again closed its doors due to a foreclosure and a failure to pass fire code inspections.
Community Coworking Day | 9 a.m.-5 p.m. | Thrive Coworking | Free | Experience the remote workspace as you meet other local professionals.
MUSE Art Exhibit Opening Night | 6-9 p.m. | The Artistry Gallery | Free | Drop in to this juried art competition, speak with the artists about their work, vote for your favorite, and enjoy refreshments.
Greenville Drive vs. Rome Emperors | 6:45 p.m. | Fluor Field | $8+ | Welcome the weekend with baseball and fireworks, powered by GE Vernova.*
Saturday, June 7
15th Annual Saluda River Rally | 8 a.m.-1 p.m. | Dolly Cooper Park | $50+ | BYO boat for this nine-mile ride from Dolly Cooper Park to Piedmont, benefiting SC Special Olympics athletes.
Celebrate Land Trust Day | 10 a.m.-9 p.m. | Mast General Store | Free entry | Meet representatives from Upstate Forever and shop for a cause, with 20% of the sales for the day going to the non-profit.
Greenville Drive vs. Rome Emperors | 6:45 p.m. | Fluor Field | $8+ | See the Drive play as the Ranas de Rio for the first time + enjoy free family fun during Saturdays on the District.*
Sunday, June 8
Chess Tournament | 7-11 p.m. | The Kava Konnection | Free entry | Checkmate the competition at this match up for all skill levels — bring your own chess set if you have one.
Greenville Drive vs. Rome Emperors | 3:05 p.m. | Fluor Field | $8+ | Celebrate all things outdoor and scouting with Scouting America Blue Ridge Council and Everything Outdoor Fest.*
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Stomper your feet. The Greenville Swamp Rabbits were nominated for six ECHL (East Coast Hockey League) awards. The categories range from ticket sales rookie of the year to community service team of the year. Peep all the noms.
Development
Are you good to go? Good To Go GVL’s midtown location unveiled its expansion, which doubled its size. The front of the store features a tasting table and fresh, seasonal produce + will eventually be used for a kids camp. The prep area is still behind glass, so you can watch your food being made. (Greenville Journal)
Concert
Cash Money Millionaires 30th Anniversary concert, originally taking place on Friday, June 13 at The Well, has been canceled due to scheduling conflicts. If you purchased tickets through Ticketmaster, you’ll automatically receive a refund. If you purchased tickets elsewhere, please contact the source directly.
Announced
Ameris Bank will open a full-service branch at 300 E. McBee Ave., next to the new restaurant STIR. It will use part of the first floor to create a new, full-service retail branch, and hopes to move in by July 1.
Shop
The Greenvile Triumph’s summer merch just dropped, and you won’t want to miss it. Make shopping local your goal.
Asked
We thought we’d bubble this up. Where’s your favorite boba tea or milk tea spot in Greenville? Be tapio-cool and let us know.
Try This
Kick off the month with an evening of art, conversation, and discovery at local galleries across Greenville. First Fridays returns tonight, June 6, from 6-9 p.m. Whether you’re gallery-hopping solo or with friends, it’s a chance to explore the Upstate’s creative side at your own pace.*
Jobs
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Although I have no doubt that all the History Comes Alive performances will be top-notch, I am particularly excited about the Babe Ruth performances, starring the director of the first play I was ever in, Kevin Treu.
We’ve worked together in the theatre community many times in my youth and adulthood, and I know his performance will be a home run.
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