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🎁 Unwrap this year’s holiday gift list

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Consider our 2025 gift guide your newest cozy holiday read. | Graphic by 6AM City
Happy holidays, Greenville. We’ve spent hours curating our collection of 2025’s best holiday gifts. Read on for 90+ gift ideas, including local finds.

Gifts for your significant other


Local pick: We Took to the Woods candles | $52 | These candles are hand-crafted from start to finish here in Greenville.

Shiatsu foot massager | $79.99 | Nothing says “I love you” like a foot massage — give your hands a break and gift this heated one.

Women’s UGG Tasman slipper + Men’s UGG Tasman slipper | $124.95+ | UGG perfected the indoor and outdoor slipper with its best-selling, sheepskin-lined Tasman design.

Full-zip flannel jacket | $36.99 | Flannel, cotton, and fleece combine in this ultra-soft, stylish hoodie.

Gifts for parents


Snack organizer | $36.95 | Kids will love this snack spinner’s push button and slidable compartments — and parents will love how it makes snack time portable and stress-free.

Car backseat organizer | $25.99 | Gift parents peaceful car rides thanks to a two-pack of car organizers complete with a clear tablet holder.

Local pick: The Duke’s Mayonnaise Cookbook | $16.59 | We all have this beloved condiment in our fridge, so help parents use it in unique ways for dinner at home.

“The Bunny Ballet” | $18.99 | A delightful picture book that captures the joy of ballet through charming bunnies, perfect for readers of all ages.*

Gifts for retirees


Local pick: Greenville History Tours certificate | $80–$99+ | Stroll, sip, or dine — give the gift of walking and culinary tours guided by local historian John Nolan.

Garden kneeler and stool | $30.90 | We love this all-in-one stool that functions as both a bench and seat + organizes garden tools.

Smart birdfeeder with camera | $129.99 | Birders can watch special visitors up close with this durable and weatherproof birdfeeder.
90+ winning gift ideas this way
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Events

Monday, Nov. 3

Michelin Guide American South Ceremony Watch Party | 5-8:30 p.m. | New Realm Brewing Co. | Free entry

Books Over Drinks with Jessica Khoury | 7:30-9 p.m. | M. Judson Booksellers | $35

Tuesday, Nov. 4

Radio Room Presents An Evening with Mike Farris | 8-11 p.m. | Swanson’s Warehouse | $20+

Women’s Networking Event | 5-7 p.m. | 3’s Golf and Grubhouse | $25

Wednesday, Nov. 5

Spavia Greenville Grand Opening Celebration | 11 a.m.-2 p.m. | Spavia Day Spa | Free

Inaugural Furman Humanities Center Distinguished Lecture: Robin Wall Kimmerer | 6:45 p.m. | Furman University’s McAlister Auditorium | $0+

New South Comedy Fest | Wednesday, Nov. 5-Saturday, Nov. 8 | Times vary | Coffee Underground | $5+

Thursday, Nov. 6

Mistletoe & Mimosas: Decorating Demos | Thursday, Nov. 6-Saturday, Nov. 8 | Times vary | C Taylor Interiors | Free

A Celebration of Style: Glory Day X Briton Court | 5:30-9:30 p.m. | Avenue | $75

Color the Night 2025 | 7 p.m. | Greenville Center for Creative Arts | $100+

Friday, Nov. 7

Pop-Up Shop | Friday, Nov. 7-Sunday, Nov. 9 | 11 a.m.-5 p.m. | The Trove | Free

First Fridays | 6-9 p.m. | Various studios and galleries | Free

Desi Banks: The Elevation Tour | 7 p.m. | Peace Center | $32+

Saturday, Nov. 8

Craft Bazaar | 9 a.m.-3 p.m. | St Luke’s Catholic Church, Easley | Free entry
See our full events calendar
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News Notes

Today Is

The Michelin Guide American South Ceremony. In a matter of hours, we will know what (if any) Upstate restaurants earned a Michelin Star for the first time in history. Be sure to check your inbox tomorrow morning — we’ll share the results in the newsletter.

Development

Plans for an affordable housing project in Sans Souci are officially moving forward. The Greenville County Redevelopment Authority will build three duplexes (six rental units) and five single-family homes on Morris Street as part of a two-phased development. (The Post and Courier Greenville)

History

How did Camperdown get its name, and why is it woven into our city’s story? Local historian John Nolan will host Camperdown: A Thread Through Greenville History on Sunday, Nov. 16 at 3 p.m. in Reedy Hall at the AC Hotel. The event is free, but registration is required.

Mansion Monday

Today’s feature is far from a mansion, with only two bedrooms and three bathrooms, but location, location, location. Located in the historic Park Place on Main, circa 1919, this condo features a private elevator, bedrooms overlooking a courtyard, and the rare opportunity to live in the heart of downtown overlooking Main Street.

Plan Ahead

The Hispanic Alliance’s Homes for the Holiday tour returns Dec. 13 with self-guided tours through festively decorated Alta Vista homes. Expect Latin American-inspired bites, cocktails, and live music. Proceeds benefit the nonprofit’s work in expanding access to education, healthcare, and more for Upstate Hispanic communities. (Greenville Journal)

Try This

Step into the vibrant world of Keith Haring at Radiant Vision in the Columbia Museum of Art. Explore iconic drawings, silkscreens, and posters filled with color, movement, and messages of hope, equality, and activism. On view through February 15, 2026 — a must-see for art lovers.*

Community

Greenville’s food scene takes center stage. Join fellow foodies on Nov. 3 (today) at New Realm Brewing Co. for a community watch party celebrating the Michelin Guide American South Ceremony. Enjoy craft pairings, live music, and a local farmer’s market, then catch the live broadcast as top Southern chefs are honored. Get the details.*

Jobs

Whether you’re a small business looking to grow your team or a large company filling a key role, our 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.

Asked

Why did brothers Andre and Edouard Michelin (who founded the tire company in 1889) create the very first Michelin Guide?

A. To promote fine dining and luxury travel experiences
B. To increase tourism to Clermont-Ferrand (where Michelin was founded)
C. To advertise new car models and auto innovations
D. To encourage automobile travel
Can you earn a star?

Today Is

National Sandwich Day

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It’s a well-oiled machine (literally). | Video by GVLtoday
What better way to celebrate than with a look inside the Duke’s Mayo factory, located on Main Street in Mauldin? Some rumors are circulating that Duke’s is no longer made here, and while the brand’s parent company was acquired earlier this year, production has remained unchanged.

“There is no manufacturing facility that can absorb what we do at this time,” plant manager Daniel Moore reassured me. “We’re very proud of our recipe. We’re very proud to be right here in Mauldin, SC, and from right here in Greenville, SC.”

The facility on Main Street in Mauldin produces approximately 1.1 million pounds of condiments daily. It’s primarily mayo, but they also make salad dressings, barbecue sauce, ketchup, mustard, relish, and more.

I thought I knew all there was to know about trailblazer Eugenia Duke and her mayo empire, but I learned a lot.
Duke's Mayo 101

The Buy

A food warming mat — perfect for holiday hosting so your dishes don’t get cold before serving. It features seven temperature settings and is made from premium silicone to provide uniform heating.
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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.

The Wrap

Today’s edition by: Danielle

Bad news, giraffe fans — zoo staff tells us feeding Miles, Autumn, and Kendi is pausing for the fall and winter. Stay tuned for the date this spring when you’ll be able to give them lettuce snacks again.
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