One of my favorite new local Instagram accounts to follow is @sundaysoirees_. It’s like the Pinterest board of my dreams come to life. It’s an event design + Sunday supper-style account run by Tiffany Rosensteel, who you may know for her interior design work. I’m still thinking about this Tomato Girl Summer theme.
Bad Art Night | 6:30-8 p.m. | Greenville County Library System’s Hendricks Branch, Simpsonville | Free | Compete for the title of “worst in show” at this competition for the artistically challenged.
Tuesday, June 17
Books Over Drinks with Kristina McMorris | 7:30-9 p.m. | M. Judson Booksellers | $35 | Discuss “The Girls of Good Fortune” with its author as you sip on a signature cocktail or mocktail.
Wednesday, June 18
Wynonna Judd | 7:30 p.m. | Peace Center | $55+ | “Turn it Loose” at this country legend’s “Greatest Hits” tour.
Biggest Picnic in Greenville | 4 p.m. | Gather GVL | Free entry | Play music bingo, enjoy crafts, and indulge in bites from your favorite Gather tenants at this party for International Picnic Day.
Thursday, June 19
Orin Swift Wine Dinner | 6:30 p.m. | Patterson Kitchen + Bar | $150 | From tuna crudo and seared scallops to lamb chops and chocolate ganache, this four-course dinner complements each wine pairing.
Friday, June 20
ForgeFest | Friday, June 20-Sunday, June 22 | Times vary | Fireforge Crafted Beer | $12+ | Across two stages, you can catch nine bands as you sip on anniversary beer releases.
Friday, Aug. 1
Mount Mitchell Crafts Fair | Friday, Aug. 1-Saturday, Aug. 2 | 9 a.m.-6 p.m. | Burnsville Town Square, Burnsville, NC | Free | The 69th Annual Mount Mitchell Crafts Fair brings the region’s finest artists + craftsmen together for two day of art, live music, food, and fun.*
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New late-night spot unlocked. The City of Greenville’s Board of Zoning Appeals approved a permit for The Matador to operate from 11 a.m. to 2 a.m., including its late night happy hour which starts every night at 10 p.m.
Mansion Monday
Rocking chair porches, fireplaces (yes, plural), and space for five cars and a golf cart? Welcome to 15 Annas Pl. — a Southern dream in Kilgore Plantation with a gourmet kitchen, luxe primary suite, and backyard fountain where classic charm meets modern luxury.
Biz
Greenville-based accounting and advisory firm Elliott Davis named John Otten as its new CEO, effective July 1. Davis’ tenure at the company spans 28 years. (Upstate Business Journal)
Plan Ahead
Save the date.The State of Greenville, featuring insights from Greenville Mayor Knox White, Greenville County Council Chairman Benton Blount, and Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond CEO Thomas Barkin, is on Wednesday, Aug. 13 at the Hilton Greenville. Reserve your spot.
History
Did you know Amelia Earhart once stayed at the Westin Poinsett? It was during her 1931 visit to Greenville. The downtown hotel turns 100 on Saturday, June 21, but you can celebrate early by reading about its history.
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Want to stand out in today’s job market? The University of South Carolina’s flexible professional education and certificate programs — like Lean Six Sigma, grant writing, and HR management — are built to boost your skills and fit your schedule. Explore the options.*
Watch
When you play the SC Education Lottery, you help fund higher education opportunities for local students like Sam Haile. After receiving the LIFE scholarship, he went on to become a wildlife technician — and his office is pretty cool.*
Stat
27%. That’s how much home insurance rates have risen in the last four years, widely due to the increased frequency and scope of natural disasters like hurricanes, fires, and floods. Take this two-minute questionnaire to see if you’re wasting money on overpaying for insurance (and how you could save).*
This shipping container can be yours for $206 a night. | Photo via Airbnb
Sometimes, you need a little summer staycation, so we searched for lodgings around town that help you escape the day-to-day but showcase the Greenville spirit.
Hotels
Hotel Hartness | You don’t have to stay at Hotel Hartness to take advantage of the pool, just book a spa treatment — though we do recommend this spot on the sprawling Hartness property for a local retreat.
The Station | These trailside cottages are perfect for a staycation directly on the Swamp Rabbit Trail.
Tiny homes
The Hive at Addison Farms | This luxe shipping container is 20 minutes from Downtown Greenville and offers a picturesque view of Saluda Lake.
Treetop Getaway | Nestled high among the trees, this rooftop dome with a hot tub is 30 minutes from Greenville.
Hideaways with history
Historic Greenville Getaway | This early 1900s boutique abode features luxurious linens, indoor + outdoor dining spaces inspired by quaint European cafes, classic board games, and Methodical coffee stocked.
Olay Super Cream with sunscreen. The tried-and-true cream boasts better hydrating power than the No. 1 luxury moisturizer on the market — plus, it plumps, firms, and protects skin, making it a great daytime moisturizer to wear alone or under makeup.
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.
Speaking of tomato summer,Soby’s is the first spot I’ve seen highlighting tomatoes with this caramelized onion and gruyère tart with tomato jam and micro herbs. It’s scribbled at the top of my tomato summer must-try list.
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