There’s only one home Triumph match this month. | Photo by the Greenville Triumph
Don’t let this month be just a moment in time. There’s plenty more to do before August ends: GJFF SummerFest 2025 | Wednesday, Aug. 20 | 7-10 p.m. | Camelot Cinemas | $14+ | Celebrate film, music, and culture with live klezmer-bluegrass by Zoe & Cloyd, cultural tastings, and premieres of “Welcome to Yiddishland” and “The Muses of Bashevis Singer.”
Shinedown | Saturday, Aug. 23 | 7 p.m. | Bon Secours Wellness Arena | $21+ | Rock out this summer at the “Dance, Kid, Dance Tour.”
Collective Soul & +LIVE+ - Summer Unity Tour | Tuesday, Aug. 26 | 6 p.m. | CCNB Amphitheatre | $35+ | Rock out this summer as these groups reunite for a powerhouse lineup of ’90s favorites and fresh energy. Tom Segura | Thursday, Aug. 28 | 7:30-9:30 p.m. | Peace Center | $83+ | Catch this comedian on his Come Together tour — bringing sharp wit and laugh-out-loud storytelling to the stage.
Ali Siddiq | Sunday, Aug. 31 | 7 p.m. | Peace Center | $38+ | Don’t miss this master storyteller live — the viral comedian behind “The Domino Effect” series, with over 40 million views.
Bonus: It’s the last chance to catch The Drive at home this summer. Check out the remaining games.
Experience elevated living in the heart of West Greenville
Presented by Vest Residential
Furry friends are welcome in this pet-friendly community. | Photos provided by Maybrook Terraces + Vest Residential
As demand for urban living and connected communities continues to grow, developments like Maybrook Terraces are setting a new standard for what it means to live well in Greenville.
Outside your front door, thoughtful amenities make it easy to relax and recharge. Grill out with friends at shaded stations, lounge in the hammock garden, or gather around the fire pit as the sun sets.
Bonus: Top attractions like the Swamp Rabbit Trail and Unity Park are just a short stroll away, bringing the best of Greenville right to your doorstep.
Tahini, a new Middle Eastern restaurant, is now open on College Street. Expect bites like falafel, tabbouleh, and za’atar fries.
Family
Ready, set, race. Registration is now open for the 2025 YMCA Strong Kids Triathlon, happening on Monday, Sept. 1, at the Prisma Health Family YMCA. Young athletes of all experience levels are welcome — plus,there will be activities + entertainment for the whole fam. Learn more + register.*
Health
Encompass Health plans to double the size of its Laurens Road rehab hospital, adding 40 more beds, expanding therapy space, and creating 80+ new jobs. Since opening in 2021, the hospital has run at full capacity with a waitlist. (The Post and Courier Greenville)
Watch
Did you spot Furman’s bell tower… in Mauldin? “A Wedding for Belle,” filmed last summer at the Grand Holland Estate and around Greenville, is now streaming on UPtv. Local spots like Chicora Alley and Dressing Room South made cameos in the romantic comedy about a wedding blogger who reconnects with her first love. (The Post and Courier Greenville)
Older Adults
Registration for the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) at Furman University opens today. Volunteers lead 130+ courses for older Greenvillians, including culinary arts, woodcarving, pickleball, foreign languages, history, politics, and more. (Greenville Journal)
Biz
Next Venture Summit is looking for volunteers to help behind the scenes at its event taking over Events at Judson Mill on Tuesday, Sept. 16 + Wednesday, Sept. 17. Shoot them a DM on Instagram if you’re interested.
Plan Ahead
We’re halfway through the year — aka prime time to plan your end-of-year meetings. Pro tip: Endeavor’s downtown conference rooms are available by the hour, day, or longer. Perfect for client meetings, team strategy sessions, or off-site retreats, these bright, professional spaces are ready when you are. Learn more + book.*
Giveaway
To celebrate back-to-school season, we’ve partnered with Greenville Federal Credit Union to treat Greenville County Schools teachers and staff to something special: dinner on us. Four winners will each receive $450 in gift cards to dine at their favorite local restaurants. Enter on Instagram.*
Beauty
Restore thinning hair with Happy Head’s dermatologist-developed, customizable treatment plans. See how good customer results are + take 45% off your first six Rx orders with code 6AM.*
Correction
The City of Greenville may increase the cost of parking in garages. It was discussed during a work session on Monday, Aug. 11. We asked what you thought about the change — keep scrolling for the results from our poll.
For jam-packed days, these five on-the-go essentials keep us sane:
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💦 We stash these deodorizing body wipes in our car + purse because you never know when you’ll need a quick refresh.
👟 When rushing out the door, these slip-on canvas sneakers are our go-to kicks.
🌬️ This styling cream + wand stays in our purse to quickly tame frizz and flyaways that pop up on humid days.
🪫 We never have to worry about dead batteries and missed calls thanks to this portable power bank that can charge up to five devices at once.
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.
Do you support the potential increase in parking fees as Greenville grows?
Yesterday, we told you the City of Greenville may raise downtown garage rates — up to $4 for the second hour and $10 max daily — as it weighs aligning fees with similar cities to support parking infrastructure as Greenville grows. Council discussed the possible changes on Monday, Aug. 11. Mayor Knox White floated the idea of two free hours in garages. This was just the start of the conversation, but what do you think?
Despite the recent wildfire, wildlife is thriving in the Table Rock watershed. Greenville Water’s trail cameras captured several animals returning to the area. Conservationists say fire can alter habitat for decades, but this crew said, “Hold my beer water.”
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