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City Guide

🔎 Spotted at Greenville parks

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Can you find them all? | Photo by the City of Greenville
The next time you’re parking it in Greenville’s beloved green spaces, there’s a new adventure: find all of the Neighborhood Friends.

These new pieces of public art were made by contemporary sculptor Jeffie Brewer, a Texas-based artist known for vibrant and whimsical steel sculptures, and placed throughout city parks.
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Hint: They aren’t in Falls, Unity, or Cleveland Parks. | Map via Proxi

We’ve updated our interactive map of Greenville parks to help you find them all.
Where are they?

Asked

What is your favorite park activity to do in our city?

A. Walking my dog
B. Spending time with the kiddos
C. Having a picnic
D. Jogging or working out
E. Other
It's playtime
Greenville Federal Credit Union

Events

Thursday, Sept. 25

The Foot Solutions Greenville County Smash | Thursday, Sept. 25-Sunday, Sept. 28 | Times vary | East Riverside Park, Greer | Free for spectators

Hartness Farm Market | Thursday, Sept. 25 + Saturday, Sept. 27 | Times vary | Hotel Hartness Carriage House | Free entry

Moonlight Movies: “Black Panther” | Dusk | Falls Park | Free

Friday, Sept. 26

Fireforge’s Oktoberfest | Friday, Sept. 26-Sunday, Sept. 28 | Times vary | Fireforge Crafted Beer | Free entry

True Blues at the Main Street Friday Finale | 5:30-9:30 p.m. | NOMA Square | Free

Project Host BBQ Cook-Off | Friday, Sept. 26-Saturday, Sept. 27 | Times vary | Fluor Field | $0+

Hispanic Heritage Month Mosaic of Culture | 6-10 p.m. | Camperdown Plaza | Free

FallFlicks: “Remember the Titans” | 6 p.m. | Gracely Park, Simpsonville | Free

Saturday, Sept. 27

Railfest | 10 a.m.-2 p.m. | Downtown Greer | Free

Puppy Yoga | 11 a.m.-1 p.m. | Crunch Fitness Cherrydale | Free

Oktoberfest at the Tap! | 2-9 p.m. | The Community Tap, Travelers Rest | Price of purchase

MasterChef All-Stars Live! | 7:30 p.m. | Peace Center | $39+

Sunday, Sept. 28

GVL Arts Market | 12-5 p.m. | Camperdown Plaza | Free entry

Jo Koy: Just Being Koy Tour | 7:30-9:30 p.m. | Peace Center | $60+

Saturday, Nov. 1

Holidays at Kiawah Island Golf Resort | Saturday, Nov. 1-Thursday, Jan. 1 | Kiawah Island Golf Resort | Price of purchase | Plan a getaway to Kiawah Island Golf Resort this holiday season, where timeless traditions and stunning ocean views go hand in hand.*
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Concert

🎬 Feel the magic of the movies live in concert

Presented by Greenville Symphony Orchestra
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Watch Music Director Lee Mills in action as he leads the Greenville Symphony. | Photos provided by Greenville Symphony Orchestra
Roll out the red carpet, GVL. The Greenville Symphony kicks off its “American Season” with Opening Night: Hollywood Retrospective at the Peace Center on Saturday, Oct. 4, at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday, Oct. 5, at 3 p.m.

Get ready to hear some of the most iconic movie scores ever written, performed live by the Greenville Symphony and accompanied by the rich vocals of the Clemson University Singers. Think: Hits from “Star Wars” and “Harry Potter” to “Jurassic Park,” “E.T.,” “Back to the Future,” and “Beauty and the Beast.”

Tickets start at $25 and are selling fast. Whether you’re a movie buff, music lover, or just looking for a fun way to experience some Hollywood magic in Greenville, this red-carpet event promises a performance you’ll remember long after the final note.
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News Notes

Announced

Eric Church brings his “Free The Machine Tour” to Bon Secours Wellness Arena Friday, April 3 with special guest Ashley McBryde. Tickets go on sale Friday, Oct. 3 at 10 a.m., but GVLtoday readers get early access on Thursday, Oct. 2, 10 a.m.-10 p.m., using this link and the code MACHINE.

Development

Emmanuel Baptist Church near Mills Avenue could become ~31 workforce apartments. Developers want to preserve the historic architecture while reconstructing the interior with units targeting residents earning 80% or less of the area’s median income. If approved, construction is expected to finish in 2027. (Upstate Business Journal)

Civic

The City of Greenville is rezoning the Haynie-Sirrine neighborhood under the new development code. The Planning Commission will review the rezoning Nov. 6, with City Council approval expected by the end of the year. (Greenville Journal)

Watch

Take a tour inside the Nicholtown Community Center, which is currently undergoing a $5 million upgrade with new recreation space, meeting rooms, and Greenville’s first resiliency hub — a resource for supplies and support during disasters. An opening is set for next year.

Opening

Whataburger’s Simpsonville location opens today on Fairview Road. The first 100 customers score merch and breakfast items, with music and face painting from 4 to 6 p.m. This opening marks the chain’s 11th Upstate location. (Upstate Business Journal)

Number

$250,000. That’s how much Wade Hampton High School is trying to raise for Poe Mill Achievement Center this week for Spirit Week. The total raised will be revealed at Friday night’s football game versus Riverside at 7:30 p.m. In case you missed it, here’s what Greenville High and JL Mann are doing.

Shop

Looking for the perfect piece to cozy up your space? Don’t miss the grand opening of The Cozy Edit — a curated pop-up featuring custom furniture, local art, antiques + one-of-a-kind home decor, presented in partnership with Owners Choice Construction. Doors open on Thursday, Oct. 2.*

Edu

Discover your creative potential with Inward & Artward School of Creativity’s online classes this fall. Engage in courses like Creativity & Personal Mythology and Writers Accountability Groups to build resilience and sustain inspiration. Plus, apply for the 2026 hybrid Creative Facilitator Training for a unique learning journey. Enroll.*

Older Adults

Do you know about these senior discounts? Aside from basics like bulk shopping and retirement accounts, here are 20 savings hacks older adults should know about to continue saving and building wealth at age 50+.*

Jobs

Whether you’re a small business looking to grow your team or a large company filling a key role, GVLtoday Job Board can connect you with engaged, qualified locals who are ready to work. Post your open roles for free + watch the applications roll in.

Biz

At GVLtoday, we share hyper-local and need-to-know information about your Greenville faves. Now, it’s time for you to tell us the best biz in the city. Click on this form to start nominating in various categories.
The Messina Group

Wellness

Skincare that works, backed by science

Presented by Timeline
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Backed by research, this skincare restores skin vitality. | Photo by Timeline
As we age, skin loses the firmness and elasticity that gives it a youthful appearance. A key reason? Skin cells lose energy, hindering essential functions like collagen production.

Enter: Mito-Biotic™ Skincare from Timeline, clinically proven to energize skin cells and reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles by up to 15%.‡

See benefits in as little as 15 days and save 20% while supplies last.
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The Buy

A HEPA air purifier that’s 60% off for a limited time. We love that style is not compromised for function — it features a sleek exterior + eliminates 99.97% of air particles so you can have an odor and dust-free environment.
Shop more great home finds on HSN

Games

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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.
Let the games begin

The Wrap

We knew “Top Chef” was coming to town, and we’re starting to see where they dined in their downtime between shoots.

Host Kristen Kish indulged in an apple pie donut at Scout’s, and she also joined judges Gail and Tom for dinner at Sum Bar last week.

Did you spot these epic foodies around town? If you did, reply to this email and let me know.
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‡Mito-Biotic™ Skincare from Timeline disclaimer: Based on an 8-week randomized controlled clinical trial of 36 healthy women aged 40 to 65 years.

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