Call off the search. Minnie the Mouse, who has been missing from the Mice on Main scavenger hunt for quite some time, is back. Spoiler alert: You can find her peeking out of her new hole in the new Main Street Labs sign (near Warby Parker).
If you’ve already found all of the Mice on Main or you’re looking for other unique ways to get to know our city, consider taking a local tour.
Casting a legacy at Biltmore Walk
Presented by Biltmore Walk
Biltmore Walk commissioned Scottish sculptor Fen de Villiers to create “The Sower.” | Photo provided by Fen de Villiers
Internationally acclaimed sculptor Fen de Villiers is bringing his first public work in the US to Greenville. “The Sower” — an original 7-foot-tall bronze sculpture — will soon take shape in the heart of Biltmore Walk.
Behind the design
Known for his fine art sculptures in bronze and stone, de Villiers brings a refined, classical aesthetic to the project. The concept, which was recently revealed at Artisphere, is rooted in early modernist movements and inspired by American Art Deco.
The Belgium-based sculptor created “The Sower” as a symbol of progress — both for Greenville’s continued growth and a broader sense of optimism in American culture.
“The figure gazes forward while casting seeds, striding with grace and confidence,” de Villiers said. “My intention is to anchor this optimistic, future-oriented vision in bronze, allowing it to withstand the test of time and continue to shine brightly for many decades to come.”
“The Sower” will be the visual centerpiece of Biltmore Walk.
Photo provided by Fen de Villiers
A setting for a landmark
“The Sower” reflects the broader vision of Biltmore Walk — a luxurious townhome community under construction on the corner of Biltmore Drive and Pearl Avenue. Inspired by the timeless elegance of New York’s Gramercy Park, the refined community blends timeless architecture with walkable green space and intentional design.
The sculpture’s conceptual sketches were recently approved by the Greenville Arts in Public Places Commission. Read: The piece officially has the green light to be cast and permanently installed in the community’s public plaza. It’s going to be a show-stopper.
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Champagne & Fried Chicken | 5:30-8:30 p.m. | The Community Tap, Travelers Rest | Price of purchase | Enjoy three wing options paired with bubbles.
Greenville Drive vs. Greensboro Grasshoppers | 6:45 p.m. | Fluor Field | $8+ | Join the Drive for its annual Milliken Night celebration, featuring a free pregame street party.*
Thursday, June 19
Music by the Lake | 7:30 p.m. | Furman University | Free | Bring your lawn chairs, a picnic dinner and a blanket, and get ready to enjoy “the sounds of the summer.”
Friday, June 20
Randall King | 7 p.m. | The Foundry at Judson Mill | $20 | This country artist brings his neo-traditional sound to for a night of honky-tonk hits and heartfelt ballads.
Saturday, June 21
Trailside Fitness | 8:30-10 a.m. | The Prisma Green in Unity Park | Free | In partnership with the City of Greenville, The Kroc Center will lead free 45-minute yoga (8:30 a.m.) and Pilates (9:15 a.m.) classes.
Big Drop-In Tasting | 12-3 p.m. | Wine House | $35 | Try 25+ wines from around the world.
Every pint of blood donated can bring comfort, stability, and hope to patients with SCD. | Photo by The Blood Connection
100,000. That’s how many Americans are affected by Sickle Cell Disease (SCD)every year. This often painful and life-threatening condition affects oxygen levels in the blood, causing major health problems for patients.
People with SCD require regular blood transfusions to increase oxygen and free blocked blood vessels. That’s where you come in.The Blood Connection needs more blood donors — especially people of color — to support those in need. Every pint donated can help ease suffering and improve outcomes.
Here’s how you can support SCD patients in our community:
Make an appointment at the Woodruff Rd. Community Blood Center or a local mobile drive.
Donate blood (it only takes about an hour, or one episode of “Love Island”).
Earn $40-50 in TBC Rewards, which can be redeemed for e-gift cards.
Something new is uncorking in Overbrook: Camino Wine Merchant, owned by advanced sommelier Liz Dowty Mitchell, opens this August on East North Stree. Part curated wine shop, part wine bar, the shop will spotlight sustainable, small-production wines with pours, bites, and classes. (The Post and Courier Greenville)
Coming Soon
The historic Hester General Store near Dacusville will reopen this fall as a grab-and-go coffee and ice cream shop. Siblings Tasha Carpenter and Cody Rathbone are behind the revival of the 1893 landmark, which closed in 2023. (Upstate Business Journal)
Announced
Chef 21 — which owns sushi, Korean barbecue, dim sum + boba restaurants — is developing a new concept and location that will launch this September, but the details are under wraps. Members of their loyalty program will receive the news first.
Civic
After decades of delay, a $39.5 million cleanup is planned for the coal tar-contaminated Bramlett Road Site near Unity Park. The effort is backed by Duke Energy and CSX + and could take up to seven years. (The Post and Courier Greenville)
Community
Judson Mill and Play Cafe will host Makers at the Mill on Wednesday, June 26 from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Expect handmade goods, kid-friendly art activities, and bites from Mill City Kitchen and Magnetic South. Bonus: “Mini-makers” will showcase crafts from young entrepreneurs. (Greenville Journal)
Greenvillian
Mic drop.Taylor-Marie Robinson, a junior at Carolina High and voice student at the Fine Arts Center, placed second in the 2025 Schmidt National Vocal Competition. Held in Sarasota, FL, the contest featured 51 top high school singers from 20 states. (Greenville Journal)
Active
Lace up your shoes. Fleet Feet’s Summer Sweat training program kicks off Saturday, July 12. Join the group run starting at its Augusta Street store every Saturday through Aug. 16 for long runs, track workouts, and community — open to all people and all paces.
Eat
Shell yeah.Lunch starts at ABYSS tomorrow, June 19. From 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., Monday through Saturday, dive into raw bar bites, coastal cravings, and caviar service to break up your day.
Drink
Sum Bar is going full Bikini Bottom for Island Night on Wednesday, June 25 at 5 p.m. Think: Tropical drinks and fishbowl cocktails, drag karaoke, and — of course — a special menu featuring krabby patties. Pro tip: Wear a tropical shirt and score a free Baja Blast Jell-O shot.
Feel Good
When a local mom posted in Kidding Around Greenville’s Facebook group that she didn’t have anyone to invite to her daughter’s eighth birthday, 52 strangers showed up (with gifts and party supplies) to celebrate Olivia’s big day at Runway Park. Read the full story.
Plan Ahead
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Hoop, there it is. City leaders cut the ribbon on renovations at Cleveland Park, featuring 13,000 sqft of new court space, including:
Six tennis courts
Two pickleball courts
A new basketball court
Crews also constructed a multi-use path connecting the courts to the Prisma Health Swamp Rabbit Trail, ball fields, and the Greenville Zoo parking lot.
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 may not be jetting off to Europe this summer, but I’ll gladly say ciao to La Dolce Vita at The Community Tap on Sunday, June 29. The Italian-inspired takeover will feature brunch bites from Chef Jen Anderson (of Supper Club) + Sunday supper from Chef Conner Hinderks (of Little Secret). Of course, the wine list will feature pours from across Italy. If you close your eyes and sip a spritz, it’ll be just like the Amalfi Coast — hopefully.
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